The Government of Karnataka, in collaboration with ELCINA (Electronic Industries Association of India) and SEMI, orchestrated a momentous “Special Industry Networking Meet” to honor the trailblazers in the Semiconductor Domain within Karnataka. This event marked a significant milestone in the journey of India’s electronics industry and recognized outstanding leaders who have made pioneering contributions in the semiconductor field.
Distinguished guests, including Hon’ble Minister Mr. Priyank Kharge, the Minister of Electronics, IT & Bt, and Rural Development & Panchayat Raj for the Government of Karnataka, along with Secretary IT& BT Dr. (Ms.) Ekroop Caur, IAS, graced this remarkable occasion.
The primary objective of this gathering was to provide an exclusive platform for networking and collaboration among the most eminent industry leaders in the Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) sector. It also aimed to acknowledge the first movers who have been instrumental in setting the pace for the semiconductor industry. Leaders from SEMI USA and ELCINA actively participated in this event, joining Karnataka officials to celebrate and commend the investors, while ensuring the full support of the entire ecosystem and stakeholders for their endeavors.
The ceremony recognized the following companies for their pioneering contributions and their planned and ongoing investments in Karnataka as the first movers in the semiconductor domain:
- Applied Materials
- AMD
- Kaynes Technologies
Hon’ble Minister Mr. Priyank Kharge expressed his dedication, stating, “Karnataka takes immense pride in leading India’s electronics revolution. We are dedicated to creating a conducive ecosystem for electronics and semiconductor companies to thrive, making substantial contributions to the growth of our state and nation. The Government of Karnataka is actively working on Five initiatives such as skills development, Centers of Excellence, global innovation hubs, sector-specific cluster development, and improving the ease of doing business to attract and nurture the industry.”
This event underscored Karnataka’s unwavering commitment to nurturing and supporting the electronics and semiconductor industry, reaffirming its pivotal role in India’s technological advancement.
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