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India Unveils Indigenous Vikram Microprocessor, Boosts Chip Manufacturing

9/3/2025

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India launched its first indigenous 32-bit microprocessor, Vikram, at Semicon India 2025.
Developed by ISRO's Semiconductor Laboratory, Vikram is engineered for harsh space conditions to reduce import reliance.
This initiative is part of the India Semiconductor Mission, attracting over INR1.60 lakh crore in investments and supporting 23 chip design projects.
The launch marks India's shift from chip consumption to manufacturing, strengthening its position in the global semiconductor market.

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India launched its first indigenous 32-bit microprocessor, Vikram, at Semicon India 2025.
Developed by ISRO's Semiconductor Laboratory, Vikram is engineered for harsh space conditions to reduce import reliance.
This initiative is part of the India Semiconductor Mission, attracting over INR1.60 lakh crore in investments and supporting 23 chip design projects.
The launch marks India's shift from chip consumption to manufacturing, strengthening its position in the global semiconductor market.