On January 4, 2025, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced a significant milestone for India's semiconductor industry during a program in Assam. He revealed that 'Made in Assam' semiconductor chips will soon be fitted into cars manufactured in Germany and the United States. This development is part of India's broader ambition to establish itself as a global hub for semiconductor manufacturing [4e3e3ef5].
During the event, Vaishnaw also flagged off three new train services: the Guwahati-New Lakhimpur Janshatabdi Express, the New Bongaigaon–Guwahati Passenger Train, and the Tinsukia–Naharlagun Express. Additionally, he inaugurated a road overbridge costing Rs 72 crore and virtually inaugurated the NIELIT University at Jagiroad, emphasizing the importance of these initiatives for improving connectivity and technological advancement in the region [4e3e3ef5].
The semiconductor project at Jagiroad is reportedly progressing rapidly, with production expected to commence by the end of the year. This initiative has garnered support from Assam's Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who highlighted the transformative potential of these developments for Assam's economy and infrastructure [4e3e3ef5].
This announcement comes at a time when India is actively seeking to diversify its manufacturing capabilities and reduce reliance on imports, particularly in high-tech sectors. The integration of Assamese chips into international automotive markets underscores the growing significance of India's semiconductor ambitions [4e3e3ef5].