‘Government’s semiconductor mission will promote research’: MeitY Additional Secretary
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Why in news
MeitY Additional Secretary stated that the India Semiconductor Mission will promote deep tech research to develop a complete semiconductor ecosystem.
Background
The India Semiconductor Mission aims to develop an ecosystem covering design, manufacturing, packaging, materials, R&D, chemicals, gases, equipment manufacturing, and skilling. The initiative focuses on transitioning deep tech from laboratories to industrial applications.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeIndia Semiconductor Mission: Government initiative to develop a complete semiconductor ecosystem including R&D and manufacturing.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of fostering a deep-tech ecosystem and industry-academia collaboration in achieving India's semiconductor manufacturing goals.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Research-to-market gap: Difficulty in transitioning laboratory-scale deep tech to scalable industrial manufacturing
- Infrastructure bottleneck: Requirement for specialized chemicals, gases, and equipment manufacturing within the domestic supply chain
- Human capital deficit: Need for skilling and bridging the gap between university intellectual potential and industrial application
Keywords: Deep Tech · Semiconductor Ecosystem · Industry-Academia Collaboration · Skilling · R&D · Supply Chain
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