Semicon India 2026: PM Modi says India taking steps to become preferred Semiconductor manufacturing

Mint - Sep 17, 2026

PM Modi inaugurated SEMICON India 2026 at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi on September 17, bringing together over 600 exhibitors and 300 international companies. The three-day event focuses on India’s semiconductor manufacturing, chip design, investment, innovation and talent development.

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