{"id":46280,"date":"2024-09-19T11:40:31","date_gmt":"2024-09-19T11:40:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=46280"},"modified":"2024-09-19T11:58:51","modified_gmt":"2024-09-19T11:58:51","slug":"indias-semiconductor-industry-future-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-19th-sep-2024-edukemy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/indias-semiconductor-industry-future-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-19th-sep-2024-edukemy\/","title":{"rendered":"India\u2019s semiconductor Industry future \u2013 UPSC Daily Editorial Analysis \u2013 19th Sep 2024 \u2013 Edukemy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>India&#8217;s semiconductor Industry future looks promising as the country gears up to become a key player in the global chip manufacturing industry. Semiconductors are essential components in electronic devices like smartphones, computers, and cars, and their demand is skyrocketing with the rise of new technologies. To reduce dependency on imports and strengthen its position in the tech world, India is investing heavily in building its semiconductor ecosystem. With government initiatives, foreign collaborations, and efforts to develop a skilled workforce, India aims to become a hub for semiconductor manufacturing, boosting both the economy and technological innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-current-affairs?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Current+Affairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/19-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: GS-3, Economy- Growth &amp; Development- Inclusive growth- Industry\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d8d2704fc39\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/indias-semiconductor-industry-future-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-19th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#What_is_the_current_scenario_of_the_semiconductor_industry_in_India\" title=\"What is the current scenario of the semiconductor industry in India?&nbsp;\">What is the current scenario of the semiconductor industry in India?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/indias-semiconductor-industry-future-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-19th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#What_is_the_Significance_of_Semiconductors_for_India\" title=\"What is the Significance of Semiconductors for India?&nbsp;\">What is the Significance of Semiconductors for India?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/indias-semiconductor-industry-future-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-19th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#What_are_the_Key_Challenges_in_Indias_Semiconductor_Path\" title=\"What are the Key Challenges in India&#8217;s Semiconductor Path?&nbsp;\">What are the Key Challenges in India&#8217;s Semiconductor Path?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/indias-semiconductor-industry-future-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-19th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#What_Steps_can_India_Undertake_to_turn_its_Semiconductor_Vision_into_a_Reality\" title=\"What Steps can India Undertake to turn its Semiconductor Vision into a Reality?&nbsp;\">What Steps can India Undertake to turn its Semiconductor Vision into a Reality?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/indias-semiconductor-industry-future-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-19th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#UPSC_Civil_Services_Examination_Previous_Year_Question_PYQ\" title=\"UPSC Civil Services Examination, Previous Year Question (PYQ)\u00a0\">UPSC Civil Services Examination, Previous Year Question (PYQ)\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/indias-semiconductor-industry-future-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-19th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Prelims\" title=\"Prelims:&nbsp;\">Prelims:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/indias-semiconductor-industry-future-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-19th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#To_get_free_counselingsupport_on_UPSC_preparation_from_expert_mentors_please_call_9773890604\" title=\"To get free counseling\/support on UPSC preparation from expert mentors please call 9773890604\">To get free counseling\/support on UPSC preparation from expert mentors please call 9773890604<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/indias-semiconductor-industry-future-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-19th-sep-2024-edukemy\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_Here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here\">Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Context\"><\/span><strong>Context:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The government launched the semiconductor industry in 2021 with vital national security investments in areas such as defence and telecommunications with US$10 billion.\u00a0<\/li><li>Geopolitical tensions and the Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the risks of foreign semiconductor imports from Taiwan , the emphasis on over-reliance on Japan\u2019s presence is South Korea.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"391\" height=\"236\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-223.png\" alt=\"semiconductor industry in India\" class=\"wp-image-46296 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 391px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 391\/236;\" \/><figcaption><strong>semiconductor industry in India<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_current_scenario_of_the_semiconductor_industry_in_India\"><\/span><strong>What is the current scenario of the semiconductor industry in India?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Current status of semiconductor industry in India:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Market : <\/strong>The market size in 2022 is estimated to be around US$. $26.3 billion\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Forecasted Growth<\/strong>: To reach US$271.9 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 26.3%.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Imports<\/strong>: 2021: $5.36 billion\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Exports<\/strong>: 2022: $0.52 trillion.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Government Services:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li><strong>India Semiconductor Mission (ISM):<\/strong> A division under Digital India Corporation dedicated to building a robust semiconductor and display ecosystem.\u00a0<\/li><li>50% of the operating costs of financial support for semiconductor fabs and display fabs.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Semicon India Strategy<\/strong>: Launched in December 2021 with an investment of \u20b976,000 crore ($9.2 billion) to increase production of semiconductors and displays.\u00a0<\/li><li>To support further growth, the FY24 budget has been increased to \u20b96,903 crore ($833.7 million).\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>International Collaboration:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Holds discussions with the European Commission on strengthening the semiconductor ecosystem as part of the EU-India Trade and Technology Council.\u00a0<\/li><li>MOC and Japan will strengthen the semiconductor supply chain flexibility between the two countries.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Significance_of_Semiconductors_for_India\"><\/span><strong>What is the Significance of Semiconductors for India?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Economic Growth and Industrial Development<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Semiconductors are critical to India\u2019s electronics manufacturing, aiming for a significant share of the global market projected to hit USD 1 trillion by 2030.\u00a0<\/li><li>The 2021 USD 10 billion Semiconductor Mission could create 35,000 direct and 100,000 indirect jobs, boosting electronics manufacturing to USD 300 billion by 2026.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Technological Self-Reliance and Innovation<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>India imports 65-70% of electronic components, mainly from China.\u00a0<\/li><li>Initiatives like the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) aim to foster domestic innovation, crucial for 5G, AI, and quantum computing.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Global Supply Chain Integration<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>India\u2019s semiconductor initiatives seek to enhance its 3% contribution to the global electronics value chain.\u00a0<\/li><li>Policies like Production-Linked Incentives (PLI) aim to attract global players and integrate India into international supply networks.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Job Creation and Skill Development<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>The semiconductor sector can create high-quality jobs and promote STEM education.<\/li><li>Specialised skills in chip design, nanofabrication, and advanced packaging will drive skill development in cutting-edge technologies.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Key_Challenges_in_Indias_Semiconductor_Path\"><\/span><strong>What are the Key Challenges in India&#8217;s Semiconductor Path?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Infrastructure Challenges<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>India\u2019s uneven infrastructure, including unreliable power, water scarcity, and poor transport, hampers semiconductor plant operations.\u00a0<\/li><li>For example, power shortages during the 2024 heat wave affected industrial activities, including semiconductor manufacturing.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Talent Gap<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Despite India\u2019s engineering talent, there is a shortage of semiconductor experts.\u00a0<\/li><li>By 2027, India may face a deficit of 250,000 to 300,000 skilled semiconductor professionals, limiting ecosystem growth and global manufacturer attraction.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>High Manufacturing Costs<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Setting up semiconductor plants in India is more expensive than in established hubs like Taiwan or the U.S.\u00a0<\/li><li>Costs rose 4.9% in 2021 and 2.4% in 2022, making India less attractive for global semiconductor investments.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Global Supply Chain Dynamics<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>The semiconductor industry\u2019s reliance on a global supply chain makes India vulnerable to disruptions, like the Russia-Ukraine conflict&#8217;s impact on neon supply, crucial for chip manufacturing.\u00a0<\/li><li>Ensuring a stable supply of raw materials and components is vital for success.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Environmental Concerns<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Semiconductor production is energy-intensive, contributing to 31% of global greenhouse gas emissions.\u00a0<\/li><li>India&#8217;s focus on sustainable development creates challenges in balancing environmental concerns with industry growth.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Competition from Other Emerging Markets<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>India faces competition from countries like Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia, which offer better incentives and infrastructure.\u00a0<\/li><li>Malaysia, for instance, attracted major companies like Infineon in the first wave of semiconductor investments.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Steps_can_India_Undertake_to_turn_its_Semiconductor_Vision_into_a_Reality\"><\/span><strong>What Steps can India Undertake to turn its Semiconductor Vision into a Reality?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Enhance Semiconductor Education and Training<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Expand semiconductor engineering programs and partners like IISc Bangalore could collaborate with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company with practical learning via state-of-the-art facilities.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Develop Indigenous Chip Design Capabilities<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Set up chip design centres in tech hubs like Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Pune, and incentivize startups.\u00a0<\/li><li>The success of IIT Madras&#8217; Shakti processor highlights India&#8217;s potential, and expanding similar initiatives can boost domestic chip design.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Create a Robust Semiconductor Supply Chain<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Establish SEZs for the semiconductor ecosystem, offering tax breaks and streamlined regulations to global companies like Applied Materials or Lam Research.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Establish a Sovereign Semiconductor Fund<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Launch a sovereign &amp; Capital fund can prioritise cutting-edge technologies like 3nm and 2nm fabrication, positioning India at the forefront of innovation, similar to South Korea\u2019s approach.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Implement a &#8220;Chip Diplomacy&#8221; Strategy<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>India could partner with Japan to establish a joint semiconductor research centre for advanced packaging, helping overcome technology acquisition hurdles.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Develop a &#8220;Green Semiconductor&#8221; Initiative<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>Partner with firms like Applied Materials to set up pilot fabs using recycled water and renewable energy, attracting environmentally conscious investors and aligning with global sustainability trends.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Establish a National Semiconductor Commons<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>A national network of nanofabrication facilities, similar to the US NNIN, would foster innovation in chip design and manufacturing, promoting collaboration between academia, industry, and government.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_Civil_Services_Examination_Previous_Year_Question_PYQ\"><\/span><strong>UPSC Civil Services Examination, Previous Year Question (PYQ)<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prelims\"><\/span><strong>Prelims:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q:1&nbsp; Which one of the following laser types is used in a laser printer? 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