With reference to the semiconductor industry developments in India, consider the following statements: 1. MosChip Technologies advanced over 6% during the Semicon India 2026 event. 2. Kaynes Technology is constructing a facility in Gujarat with an investment of Rs 3,307 crore. 3. The Semicon India 2026 event showcased the semiconductor value chain from systems to design. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Indian PM Urges Industry: "Skill and Innovate" at Semicon India 2026

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Industry, investment & MSMEs· Prelims + Mains· 17 September 2026

Semiconductor value chain development: a key GS3 topic regarding industrial policy and technological sovereignty.

Why in news

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged industry leaders to focus on skilling and innovation during Semicon India 2026 to bolster the domestic semiconductor value chain.

Background

The event showcased India's semiconductor value chain from design to systems. Kaynes Technology is constructing a Rs 3,307 crore facility in Gujarat for manufacturing.

Facts for Prelims

FactKaynes Technology is building a Rs 3,307 crore facility in Gujarat
FactSemicon India 2026 showcased the semiconductor value chain from design to systems
FactMosChip Technologies advanced over 6% during the Semicon India 2026 event

Prelims practice question

With reference to the semiconductor industry developments in India, consider the following statements:

MosChip Technologies advanced over 6% during the Semicon India 2026 event.
Kaynes Technology is constructing a facility in Gujarat with an investment of Rs 3,307 crore.
The Semicon India 2026 event showcased the semiconductor value chain from systems to design.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 only
(b)3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)1 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (c) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: The note states it showcased the value chain from design to systems.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of developing a robust domestic semiconductor value chain for India's economic sovereignty and technological advancement.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Skill gap: Shortage of specialized engineering talent for high-end VLSI design and fabrication
Incentive structure: Balancing fiscal subsidies with long-term private capital investment in capital-intensive fabrication units

Keywords: Value chain · Semiconductor manufacturing · Skill development · Industrial investment · Technological sovereignty

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