Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Odisha Aims to Build Semiconductor Ecosystem
Odisha wants to become a hub for making computer chips and other electronics.
They're talking to companies like CDIL and Kaynes Technology about building factories there.
The government plans to offer extra financial help to companies in addition to what the central government offers.
Odisha is setting aside land and investing in research to support this goal.
Companies will receive help and subsidies, to set up shop and establish themselves in the region.
This aims to create jobs, reduce reliance on imports, and make Odisha competitive in the long run.
CDIL and Kaynes Technology are in talks with Odisha regarding semiconductor ventures.
Odisha aims to build a mid-range semiconductor ecosystem.
The state has adopted a 'top-up' policy to incentivize companies.
Odisha has earmarked land and is investing in a Centre of Excellence for research.
Kaynes Technology is investing in units in multiple states.
- Who
- CDIL, Kaynes Technology, and the Odisha government
- What
- Discussions for electronics and semiconductor-linked ventures.
- When
- Discussions are ongoing.
- Where
- Odisha, Sanand (Gujarat), and Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh).
- Why
- To complement the Centre's semiconductor strategy and build a regional ecosystem.
- Odisha's Focus
- Building a mid-range semiconductor ecosystem
- Land Earmarked
- 1,500 acres between Cuttack and Bhubaneswar
- Centre of Excellence Investment
- ₹500 crore at IIT Bhubaneswar
- CDIL's Production Boost
- 100 million units for discrete semiconductor packaging
- Kaynes ATMP Facility Investment
- ₹3,300 crore
- Kaynes Bhopal Unit Production
- Mid-2026