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CG SEMI (OSAT) facility in Sanand begins commercial production; India enters a new era in semiconductors (as per Ashwini Vaishnaw)
India's Semiconductor Manufacturing Gains Momentum
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Samachar Pathshala Desk
Published 4 Jul 2026 · 1 min
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Announces New Era in Semiconductors
Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, announced the start of commercial production at the CG SEMI facility in Sanand, Gujarat. This marks the third semiconductor plant in India to begin operations in 2026.
Vaishnaw emphasized the growth of a reliable semiconductor ecosystem as part of India's Atmanirbhar Bharat mission. This initiative aims to foster manufacturing capabilities within the country.
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