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Rajasthan launches first chip‑packaging plant in Bhiwadi, joining India’s semiconductor map
✍️ DD News
🗓 21 Aug 2026, 04:36 AM
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The state inaugurated its inaugural chip‑packaging facility in Bhiwadi, signalling Rajasthan’s entry into the national semiconductor ecosystem.
The Rajasthan government officially opened its first chip‑packaging plant in Bhiwadi, marking the state’s debut on India’s semiconductor map. The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior state officials who highlighted the strategic importance of the facility for the region’s industrial growth.
Chip packaging is a critical step in the semiconductor value chain, converting fabricated dies into finished modules ready for integration into electronic devices. By establishing this capability locally, Rajasthan aims to reduce dependence on imports and support the nation’s broader push for self‑reliance in advanced electronics.
The Bhiwadi plant is expected to create a range of skilled jobs and attract ancillary businesses, bolstering the industrial ecosystem of the Gurgaon‑NCR corridor. Industry observers note that the facility could serve as a catalyst for further investments in design, testing and manufacturing within the state.
Located in the Bhiwadi industrial zone, the plant benefits from proximity to major logistics hubs and a well‑developed supply‑chain network, positioning it to serve both domestic and export markets efficiently.
Chip packaging is a critical step in the semiconductor value chain, converting fabricated dies into finished modules ready for integration into electronic devices. By establishing this capability locally, Rajasthan aims to reduce dependence on imports and support the nation’s broader push for self‑reliance in advanced electronics.
The Bhiwadi plant is expected to create a range of skilled jobs and attract ancillary businesses, bolstering the industrial ecosystem of the Gurgaon‑NCR corridor. Industry observers note that the facility could serve as a catalyst for further investments in design, testing and manufacturing within the state.
Located in the Bhiwadi industrial zone, the plant benefits from proximity to major logistics hubs and a well‑developed supply‑chain network, positioning it to serve both domestic and export markets efficiently.