PM Modi inaugurates Micron's semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat

PM Modi inaugurated Micron's semiconductor ATMP facility in Sanand, Gujarat. The plant has begun commercial production and shipment of the first 'Made in India' semiconductor memory modules, a major boost for the India Semiconductor Mission.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the Semiconductor Assembly, Test and Packaging (ATMP) facility of Micron Semiconductor Technology India Private Limited in Sanand.

A Milestone for Indian Manufacturing

As per an official press release issued by PMO, "The inauguration marks a significant milestone in India's semiconductor manufacturing journey, with the commencement of commercial production and shipment of the first made-in-India semiconductor memory modules from the Sanand ATMP facility. This development represents a major step forward in strengthening India's position in the global semiconductor value chain."

Fast-Tracked Project Under India Semiconductor Mission

The project, which had its ground-breaking ceremony in September 2023, was the first proposal approved under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM). With a total outlay of more than Rs 22,500 crore, construction commenced soon after approval, reflecting the Government's commitment to fast-tracking strategic semiconductor investments in the country.

World-Class Facility to Meet Global Demand

The Sanand facility, once fully ramped up, will feature approximately 500,000 square feet of cleanroom space, making it one of the world's largest raised-floor cleanrooms. The facility is designed to serve customers worldwide and address the growing global demand for memory and storage solutions, driven by rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence and high-performance computing.

From Wafers to Finished Products

The Sanand ATMP facility will convert advanced Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) and NAND semiconductor wafers from Micron's global manufacturing network into finished memory and storage products, catering to customers across global markets.

Bolstering India's Self-Reliant Tech Ecosystem

"The establishment and operationalisation of this facility underscores India's emergence as a trusted and competitive destination for semiconductor manufacturing and aligns with the Prime Minister's vision of building a resilient and self-reliant technology ecosystem in the country," mentioned in the release," mentioned in the press note. (ANI)

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