India made significant progress in its semiconductor mission by launching the nation's first completely homegrown 32-bit microprocessor, Vikram, at the Semicon India 2025 conference. Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw showcased the processor, along with test chips from four sanctioned projects, to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the event.

The Vikram processor, created by ISRO’s Semiconductor Laboratory, is engineered to endure the extreme environmental conditions of space launch vehicles, signifying a significant achievement in India’s aim to lessen reliance on imported chips, Vaishnaw stated.

Ashwini emphasized the swift advancement of India’s semiconductor framework. Five semiconductor units are currently under construction, with the pilot line for one unit finished and two additional units anticipated to commence production in the next few months. The design of five more units is advancing quite smoothly. All ecosystem partners for chip production are present.

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Ashwini attributed the semiconductor initiative to Prime Minister Modi’s vision. "Only a few years back, we gathered for the first time to start anew inspired by our Prime Minister's forward-looking vision, we initiated the India Semiconductor Mission."

“In just 3.5 years, the world now views India with assurance. Currently, the building of five semiconductor facilities is progressing quickly.We have just unveiled the first ‘Made-in-India’ chip to PM Modi," says Ashwini.

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Ashwini also emphasized India's resilience amid uncertainty: "We are experiencing extraordinary times." Global policy chaos has led to significant uncertainty. During these chaotic times, India serves as a beacon of stability and progress. You ought to visit India due to the stability of our policies."