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May 18, 2026路 13 min read
ASML Supports the Establishment of India's First Commercial Chip Plant, Dholera Project Accelerates Semiconductor Self-Reliance ASML, a leading manufacturer of semiconductor production equipment, is playing a key role in the establishment of India's first commercial chip manufacturing facility. The Dholera project, located in Gujarat, is expected to significantly advance India's efforts toward semiconductor self-reliance and strengthen its position in the global semiconductor supply chain. The project, which is part of India's broader strategy to boost domestic chip production, aims to reduce dependency on foreign semiconductor imports and enhance the country's technological sovereignty. ASML's advanced lithography systems will be integral to the fabrication process, enabling the production of high-performance, energy-efficient chips that meet global standards. This development marks a major milestone in India's semiconductor industry, as it moves from research and development to large-scale commercial production. The Dholera site is being developed as a world-class semiconductor manufacturing hub, with state-of-the-art infrastructure and support from both the government and private sector. With the involvement of industry leaders like ASML, the Dholera project is poised to become a cornerstone of India's semiconductor ecosystem, driving innovation, creating employment opportunities, and supporting long-term economic growth.
ASML will provide key equipment for India's first commercial chip factory, the Dholera project, which is valued at $11 billion and is expected to produce 50,000 wafers per month, helping to enhance India's semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. This move marks an important step forward in India's efforts toward supply chain self-reliance, and has attracted attention from global industry leaders, injecting new momentum into the diversification of global supply chains.
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