Dholera SEZ notified for India’s first front-end semiconductor fabrication facility

An AI-enabled semiconductor fabrication facility is being developed by Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing Private Limited. The initiative aims to strengthen India’s semiconductor ecosystem and enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities.

Semiconductor Fabrication and SEZ Framework:

Dimension	Key Details
Project Entity	Development by Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing Private Limited.
Fabrication Process	Front-end process where integrated circuits are etched onto silicon wafers.
Strategic Autonomy	Reduction in import dependence and strengthening of supply chains for defence, telecommunications, and automotive sectors.
Employment Generation	Creation of approximately 21000 jobs across hardware, software, and IT enabled services.
Technology Advancement	Transition from ATMP to fabrication enabling end-to-end chip manufacturing capability.
Previous Initiatives	ATMP and OSAT units established in Sanand Gujarat.
Policy Objective	Development of a robust semiconductor ecosystem and global manufacturing hub.
SEZ Definition	Designated zones operating under distinct regulatory and fiscal frameworks to promote investment and trade.
SEZ Amendments 2025	Reduction in land requirement from 50 to 10 hectares and permission for domestic tariff area sales on duty payment.