Tata Projects, a leading infrastructure development company in India, has announced its partnership with Micron Technology to construct a cutting-edge semiconductor assembly and test plant in Sanand, Gujarat. This collaboration highlights Tata Projects’ expertise in sustainable infrastructure development on a large scale in the Indian manufacturing sector.
The project, located in the Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation area of Chaarodi, Sanand, covers an extensive area of 93 acres. It is a significant milestone as the largest investment under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM). The first phase of construction will include a 500,000 square feet cleanroom space, set to be operational by late 2024.
This project aims to design and construct India’s first DRAM (dynamic random access memory) and NAND (non-volatile flash memory) assembly and test facility. Tata Projects plans to employ modern construction methods and techniques, including integrated EPC delivery through 4D BIM (Building Information Modeling) and hybrid modular accelerated construction.
The Sanand plant will prioritize sustainability by adhering to LEED Gold Standards of the Green Building Council and integrating advanced water-saving technologies. This aligns with the Indian government’s vision of promoting environmentally friendly practices in industrial development.
The groundbreaking ceremony for the country’s first semiconductor plant took place in Gujarat, with Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, expressing confidence in its timely completion. The minister noted that the construction of the plant signifies a significant step towards achieving Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a self-reliant India. The first indigenous microchips are expected to roll out from the facility by December 2024.
Vaishnaw emphasized the remarkable progress made by India’s electronic industry, with the manufacturing cost of mobile phones in the country increasing from ₹17,000 crores to ₹3,65,000 crores. The electronics industry’s value has also expanded from ₹1,90,000 crores to ₹8,30,000 crores, accompanied by a fivefold increase in exports from ₹40,000 crores to ₹2,00,000 crores. The minister attributed these advancements to the widespread use of semiconductor chips and expressed optimism about India’s potential to become a major semiconductor hub.
Tata Projects’ collaboration with Micron Technology for the construction of a state-of-the-art semiconductor plant in Gujarat signifies a significant stride in India’s technological advancements. With a focus on sustainability and innovative construction methods, this venture aims to bolster India’s manufacturing capabilities and contribute to the growth of the semiconductor industry.
