Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath laid the foundation stone of North India’s first semiconductor project in Jewar. It is a joint venture of HCL-Foxconn with an investment of more than ₹3700 crore.
Jewar (Greater Noida), 21 February. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has said that as per the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is moving forward as a global economic superpower by setting new paradigms of overall development. In this sequence, laying the foundation stone of India Chip, North India’s first semiconductor project with an investment of more than Rs 3700 crore in Jewar located in the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YIDA) area, with the blessings of the Prime Minister, is a matter of pride for the state. In line with the vision of the Prime Minister, Uttar Pradesh has ensured development with “scale and speed”. After assuming office in 2014, the Prime Minister put forward the concept of ‘Ease of Doing Business’, which created an environment of healthy competition among the states. Similarly, after the formation of the government in Uttar Pradesh in 2017, a strong ecosystem of ‘Fearless Business’ and ‘Trust of Doing Business’ has been established.
India is becoming a hub of emerging technology under the leadership of PM Modi
The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, India is becoming a global hub of emerging technology. The participation of more than 110 countries and the participation of approximately 10 lakh people in the AI Impact Summit held at the Bharat Mandapam has proved that India has moved towards technological leadership. CM Yogi reminded that at SEMICON India 2025, the Prime Minister had said that “Oil was black gold, but chips is digital diamond”. The Chief Minister said that the security and development of the 21st century economy depends on chip-based technology and this visionary thinking is giving a new direction to India today. Every Indian and resident of Uttar Pradesh expresses gratitude for this vision of the Prime Minister.
Jewelery became the ‘jewel’ of the country
The Chief Minister said that this joint venture of HCL and Foxconn, under which the first Display Driver Semiconductor OSAT unit is being established, is very important. During the previous governments, this area was known for lawlessness and insecurity, where people were hesitant to leave their homes after sunset. Today, the same Jewar region, under the guidance and visionary leadership of the Prime Minister, is emerging as the ‘jeweller’ not only of Uttar Pradesh but of the entire India. Today, the state’s first Display Driver Semiconductor OSAT unit has been established here and is working to carry forward this new vision.
Positive attitude of public representatives and farmers was important
The Chief Minister expressed his gratitude by appreciating the contribution of Union Ministers Ashwini Vaishnav and Jitin Prasad. Also, the cooperation given by public representatives, MPs, MLAs and Annadata farmers along with Yamuna Authority was said to be the basis for the success of this project. He said that it is this positive role, due to which today this area is being established as a big hub of mobile manufacturing and electronic components. Due to the vision of the Prime Minister, the work that we all have done to link the scale of Uttar Pradesh with skill and speed, we are seeing the results on the ground today.
Uttar Pradesh becomes dream destination for investment
The Chief Minister said that after forming the government in 2017, the double engine government has continuously carried forward development programs in the state. Uttar Pradesh has made the state a dream destination for investment through more than 34 sectoral policies. Uttar Pradesh is today establishing itself as a leading state in the country in de-regulation and ease of doing business. Under de-criminalization, more than 13 percent of criminal provisions in 99 state acts have been abolished in Uttar Pradesh. The Prime Minister’s vision seems to be effectively implemented in every sector.
Semiconductor project cornerstone of new era
The Chief Minister said that today when the foundation stone of HCL-Foxconn’s first semiconductor project is being laid, it is not just an industrial unit but a symbol of the technological self-reliance of the new India and the new Uttar Pradesh. Expressing gratitude to the Prime Minister, he said that this project will put Uttar Pradesh on the global semiconductor map.
From PM Modi to these ministers and MLAs were present
On this occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was present virtually, while Ashwini Vaishnav, Minister of Railways, Information and Broadcasting, Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, Jitin Prasad, Minister of State in the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Sunil Kumar Sharma, IT and Electronics Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Industrial Development Minister Nand Gopal Gupta Nandi, Minister in-charge Brajesh Singh and MPs Dr. Mahesh Sharma and Surendra Nagar, local MLAs Dhirendra Singh, Tejpal Nagar, Pankaj Singh, Srichand Sharma and members of HCL Group were present. Chairperson Roshni Nadar Malhotra and Semiconductor Business Group (Foxconn) President Bob Chen were also present.
Box CM Yogi changed the picture of Uttar Pradesh
Ashwini Vaishnav Union IT and Electronics Minister Ashwini Vaishnav said that this is a historic occasion when the foundation stone of the first semiconductor plant in Uttar Pradesh is being laid in this holy land of Jewar. This plant will produce 3 crore 60 lakh chips in a month. Praising Uttar Pradesh and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, he said that today Uttar Pradesh is a leading state in law and order, connectivity and infrastructure. The Chief Minister has changed the picture of Uttar Pradesh through his efforts.
Box HCL and Foxconn expressed gratitude to the state government
HCL Group Chairperson Roshni Nadar Malhotra said on this occasion that we are extremely grateful for the unwavering support of the Government of India and the Government of Uttar Pradesh. This project is a new chapter in the growth journey of HCL Group and further strengthens our contribution to India’s technology and manufacturing ecosystem. We are proud to deepen our commitment in Uttar Pradesh. Addressing Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, he said that he has shown how change can be brought about by taking decisive steps. Uttar Pradesh is an example of this. In his address, Bob Chen, President, Semiconductor Business Group, Foxconn, said that this joint venture is a great example of how we build, operate and localize in India. Our BOL business model supports the local community. We express our heartfelt gratitude to our partner HCL and consider ourselves fortunate to be recognized by the Government of India and the Government of Uttar Pradesh for this achievement.