Bhubaneswar: In a landmark development for India’s semiconductor ambitions, SiCSem Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Archean Chemica Industries Ltd, Saturday performed the ground-breaking (Bhoomi Pujan) ceremony for its state-of-the-art Integrated Device Manufacturing (IDM) facility at Info Valley, Bhubaneswar.
The groundbreaking ceremony was graced by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi; Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting and Electronics & IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw (through a video message); and Odisha Minister for Electronics & IT Dr. Mukesh Mahaling.
Also in attendance were Odisha chief secretary Manoj Ahuja, Chief Secretary, , Principal Secretary, E&IT Department, Vishal Dev, Special Secretary Manas Ranjan Panda, along with Ranjit Pendurthi, Managing Director, Archean Chemical Industries Ltd., Guru Thalapaneni, Managing Director, SiCSem Pvt. Ltd., Prof. Shreepad Karmalkar, Director, IIT Bhubaneswar, and Ms. Jennifer Walls, CEO, Clas-SiC Wafer Fab Ltd.
Ashwini Vaishnaw, shared a message via video for the gathering, congratulating them on the milestone event of SiCSem’s groundbreaking event and said, “Our dream of bringing advanced technology to Odisha is coming true today, and our special focus is on enabling a seamless integration of industry and academia. In this regard, we are partnering with IIT Bhubaneswar for a semiconductor research lab. I recently had the honour of approving INR 4.95 Cr from the MPLAD for establishing the NaMo Semiconductor Lab, which will contribute to Bharat’s deep talent pool by equipping the youth with industry-ready skills.”
SiCSem’s state-of-the-art project is backed by an investment of ₹2,067 crore, is the first compound semiconductor fab and ATMP unit approved by the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and supported by the Government of Odisha.
The integrated facility, expected to be operational by 2027-28, will have a capacity of processing 60,000 SiC wafers annually and packaging approximately 96 million units. These high-performance semiconductor components will play a crucial role in strengthening the country’s supply chain for critical sectors, including electric vehicles, railways, data centres, renewable energy, smart grid systems and industrial automotives. The project is expected to create over 1,000 direct employment opportunities and several thousand indirect iobs.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Majhi said, “The establishment of SiCSem’s Compound Semiconductor Manufacturing Facility marks a defining milestone in Odisha’s journey to become a national hub for semiconductor manufacturing and innovation.The groundbreaking event for SicSem’s facility has been achieved in record time, following the recent approval of four semiconductor units by ISM in the month of August 2025. With the establishment of SiCSem’s facility at Info Valley, we are laying the foundation for a vibrant electronics ecosystem that will catalyse innovation-led growth and create a future-ready skilled workforce capable of driving India’s semiconductor ambitions forward.”
Odisha E&lT Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling added: “Odisha’s forward-looking policies, including the Electronics, Semiconductor, and Al Policies, offer ‘comprehensive incentives for capital investment, skiling, relocation, and R&D, making the State a preferred destination for IT and emerging technologies. The launch of a dedicated Semiconductor and ESDM Park in collaboration with IIT Bhubaneswar will further accelerate Odisha’s role in the national semiconductor landscape.”
With the foundation laid for SiCSem’s cutting-edge SiC facility, Ranjit Pendurthi said, ” The Bhoomi Pujan and groundbreaking of SiCSem’s facility mark the beginning of a new era of innovation for Odisha and for India. With the continued guidance of the India Semiconductor Mission and the State’s steadfast partnership, we are confident that Bhubaneswar’s Info Valley will emerge as a global hub for compound semiconductors and a cornerstone of India’s journey toward technological self-reliance and sustainable growth.”
SiCSem’s Investment is Building a Foundation for India’s Semiconductor Future In a strategic collaboration with IIT Bhubaneswar, SiCSem has established the Silicon Carbide Research & Innovation Centre (SiCRIC) with an investment of ₹64 Cr so far. The Centre will drive advanced SiC research, design innovation, and academia- industry collaboration, enhancing India’s capabilities in compound semiconductor materials and reducing import dependence, while fostering the next generation of skilled professionals that will power India’s semiconductor future,About SiCSem Pvt. Ltd.SiCSem Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Archean Chemical Industries Ltd., is establishing
