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Semiconductors: The 'New Oil' of the Digital Economy and India’s Quest for Global Resilience

04 Oct 2025
15 min

In a hyper-connected world, semiconductors are the "hidden brains" of modern life, but their global supply chain is fraught with geopolitical risk. As nations race for technological supremacy, India is on the cusp of a profound transformation. The country is no longer content to be a mere consumer of these critical components; it is embarking on an ambitious journey to become a global leader in their production. 

This article will reveal how India plans to build a self-reliant chip ecosystem and what this silent revolution means for its future, its security, and its place on the world stage. 

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