On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the SEMICON India 2026 exhibition at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in Delhi. Prior to the official opening, he engaged with participants at the event, highlighting the government’s commitment to advancing the semiconductor sector in India.
The event will also present an official review of manufacturing milestones. The event, being held from September 17 to 19, will focus on industry engagement, policy direction and international partnerships. The convention will gather over 600 exhibitors, including 300 international firms, across 15,000 square metres, alongside more than 150 speakers, according to MeitY. The exhibition floor will feature six country pavilions and 12 state government pavilions, alongside dedicated segments for startups, student hackathons, and workforce development. Under the Semicon India Programme, the Union government approved 12 semiconductor projects, with three approved units under Semicon 1.0 having commenced commercial production. The Union Cabinet has additionally approved the next phase, Semicon 2.0, structured around six core pillars.
The conference is being organised jointly by the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), MeitY and global industry body SEMI under the theme “Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem, according to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). “SEMICON India 2026 will adopt a comprehensive value-chain approach, showcasing the journey from semiconductor materials and manufacturing to advanced packaging, design, electronics and systems,” the Ministry stated. “The new ‘Sand to Silicon to Systems’ Value Chain Experience will provide visitors with an integrated view of the semiconductor ecosystem and demonstrate India’s expanding capabilities across different stages of the value chain,” the Ministry added.
