Dholera: Fujifilm has announced plans to build a semiconductor materials plant in Dholera, Gujarat, as India steps up efforts to develop a domestic semiconductor ecosystem. The factory will supply advanced materials used in wafer processing, a critical input for chip manufacturing.
The company’s approach includes three models of collaboration: direct manufacturing, licensed production by Indian firms, and joint ventures with local manufacturers. This flexibility reflects India’s strategy to attract global players while encouraging domestic capacity-building in the semiconductor supply chain.
The move comes as India aims to position itself as a key player in the global semiconductor market, projected to touch $100 billion by 2030. The Indian government has rolled out incentive schemes under the Indian Semiconductor Mission to attract investments and build infrastructure. Partnerships with Japan are expected to play a central role, particularly in materials and equipment, where Japanese expertise is seen as crucial for scaling India’s base.
The government has also focused on workforce development, with initiatives underway to train nearly one million skilled professionals by 2030. Industry observers note that global companies like Fujifilm entering the Indian market could accelerate research collaborations, skill transfer, and supply chain resilience, all of which are essential for long-term competitiveness.
Fujifilm’s decision underscores growing confidence in India’s policy framework and infrastructure for high-tech manufacturing. Analysts point out that such investments indicate the gradual shift of semiconductor supply chains toward India, with Gujarat emerging as a hub through projects such as the Dholera semiconductor zone.
This development adds momentum to India’s broader plan of building an end-to-end semiconductor ecosystem, while also strengthening its role in global supply chain diversification.
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