Semicon 2.0 portal opens; 12 electronics parts projects cleared
Companies can now apply online for Semicon 2.0 support, and 12 new electronics parts projects got the green light.
In short
- IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched an online portal to apply for Semicon 2.0 support.
- The support is for chip machines and materials, new fabs and packaging plants; he said only serious companies should apply.
- The government also approved 12 electronics parts projects worth ₹7,503 crore, expected to create 7,127 direct jobs in 7 states.
Key numbers
₹7,503 crValue of 12 electronics parts projects
7,127Direct jobs expected
7States with the projects
What happened
- IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched an online portal where companies can apply for support under Semicon 2.0.
- The support covers chip machines and materials, new chip factories (fabs) and packaging plants.
- He said only serious companies should apply.
- Separately, the government approved 12 electronics parts projects worth ₹7,503 crore, expected to create 7,127 direct jobs across 7 states.
Why it matters
Why this is useful
- An online portal makes it clear how companies can apply for government support.
- Electronics parts made in India reduce the need to import them.
Why it is good for freshers
- New fabs, packaging plants and parts factories will need engineers and technicians, so manufacturing skills are becoming a real job path in India.
- Learn the basics of how chips and electronics parts are made, tested and packaged.
- Diploma holders and B.E. graduates can both find roles in these plants.
Why it is good for India
- Semicon 2.0 aims to build more of the chip supply chain at home, not only factories.
- Thousands of direct jobs in 7 states spread electronics work beyond the big cities.
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Words in this story
- Semicon 2.0: the second phase of India's chip programme, with support for fabs, packaging, machines and materials.
- Portal: a website where companies can fill in and send their applications.
- Electronics parts: components like circuit boards, connectors and displays that go into electronic products.