New Delhi, Feb. 27 -- Industry leaders and experts see "India's Semiconductor Mission" as a game-changer as the government aims to establish a strong semiconductor industry, boosting tech manufacturing and creating jobs across the country.

Industry leaders speaking to ANI today emphasised that the initiative serves as the foundation for national electronics self-reliance, aiming to reduce a long-standing dependence on volatile global supply chains. By establishing domestic fabrication units in states like Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, and Assam, the mission seeks to secure the critical components necessary for telecommunications, digital governance, and the expanding 5G network.

V. Srikanth, Director, Department of Telecommunications, Andhra...