New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced the drafting of the ‘Delhi Semiconductor Policy’, aimed at positioning the capital as a key hub for semiconductor design, advanced research and development, and assembly and allied activities.

Gupta said the initiative marks a step towards promoting high-value technology sectors in Delhi.

The Chief Minister stated the policy is aligned with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for an Atmanirbhar Bharat and will ensure Delhi’s active participation in the growth of India’s semiconductor sector.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta noted that the semiconductor sector has emerged as a critical pillar of the global economy, and the Delhi Government is working on a comprehensive policy framework to ensure its balanced and structured development.

The policy envisages both financial and non-financial incentives to promote ease of doing business, innovation, and an industry-driven ecosystem.

The proposed policy is structured around five key pillars: semiconductor design and intellectual property development; research, development and innovation; manufacturing-enabling activities such as Assembly, Testing, Marking and Packaging (ATMP) and Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Testing (OSAT), along with the development of ancillary industries; talent development and skilling; and strengthening of the startup and industrial ecosystem.

The Chief Minister said the policy is expected to strengthen Delhi’s position in high-value segments of the semiconductor value chain, particularly in design, research and development, and advanced packaging. It is likely to attract investments from fabless semiconductor companies, startups, as well as ATMP and OSAT units.

The policy will also support the growth of ancillary industries linked to testing, packaging, and semiconductor inputs.

Highlighting the employment potential, the Chief Minister said the policy will generate high-quality job opportunities in areas such as chip design, semiconductor research, and advanced packaging. It also aims to promote skill development through targeted training programmes, internships, and industry-academia partnerships.

The initiative is expected to help attract and retain skilled professionals, further strengthening Delhi’s position as a hub of knowledge and innovation.

The policy places emphasis on targeted incentives, reduction in operational costs, and the creation of a conducive business environment to boost private investment.

Measures such as capital subsidies, infrastructure development, and alignment with national initiatives, particularly the India Semiconductor Mission, are expected to enhance investor confidence and encourage participation from both domestic and global players.

–IANS

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