As part of a big push towards the development of India’s semiconductor industry, Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has approved the establishment of ‘NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory’ at IIT Bhubaneswar. The ₹4.95 crore estimated facility will enhance India’s strength in chip design, fabrication, and research.
The new laboratory, as per an announcement by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), will be a state-of-the-art facility with the machinery and software required for training in semiconductors, design, and fabrication. The center is hoped to be instrumental in developing a rich talent pool of engineers and researchers equipped with industry-standard skills for India’s emerging semiconductor industry.
The ministry underscored that the initiative is consistent with the government’s overall vision of transforming India into a global center for semiconductor manufacturing and innovation. The lab will also aid in the creation of qualified professionals for future chip manufacturing and packaging facilities in the country.
The officials said that the setup of the NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory would act as a catalyst for India’s rapidly growing semiconductor ecosystem, reiterating flagship programs like ‘Make in India’ and ‘Design in India’.
As the global semiconductor industry is experiencing explosive growth, the step is likely to enhance India’s role in the international value chain and spur the country’s march toward technological independence.
