Chhattisgarh Partners with IESA to Strengthen Semiconductor Ecosystem

The Chhattisgarh government has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA) to boost the electronics and semiconductor industry. The MoU was signed during the Chhattisgarh Investor Connect roadshow in Bengaluru.

The agreement will enhance the electronics system design and manufacturing (ESDM) sector. This collaboration aims to position Chhattisgarh as a key player in homegrown semiconductors.. 

Rajat Kumar, secretary of Chhattisgarh’s commerce and industries department, and Ashok Chandak, president of IESA, signed the MoU that is a significant step in encouraging a business-friendly environment and positioning Chhattisgarh as a key player.

Speaking about the partnership, Kumar said, “Chhattisgarh has played a crucial role in India’s infrastructure growth by meeting demands for steel, cement, minerals, and power...We must strengthen our ESDM footprint. This partnership with IESA is a significant step in the development of Chhatisghargh.”

Under this partnership, the IESA will support driving investments, innovation, and ease of doing business in Chhattisgarh. The association will work closely with the state government to establish incubation centres and talent development programs in Naya Raipur and other key locations. Using IESA’s expertise, these incubation centres are expected to become self-sustainable within five to seven years. Moreover, IESA will help secure grants and formulate sustainable business frameworks.

To further boost the ESDM ecosystem, IESA will help establish Common Facility Centres (CFCs) and Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMCs) while fostering industry-academia collaboration. The MoU also includes plans for hosting national and international ESDM events, enhancing Chhattisgarh’s visibility in the global electronics and semiconductor landscape.

“We are honored to be Chhattisgarh’s knowledge partner in shaping its ESDM landscape. With our collective expertise, we will drive industry-friendly policies, skill development, and innovation, helping create a thriving technology ecosystem in the state,” V Veerappan, chairman of IESA, said, stressing the importance of industry-academia collaboration. “This partnership ensures that Chhattisgarh’s semiconductor and ESDM policies align with industry needs.”

Later in the day, IESA led a semiconductor industry discussion with chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai and senior government officials. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening Chhattisgarh by promoting talent, development, and strengthening the city.

This strategic collaboration between the Chhattisgarh government and IESA is set to unlock new opportunities in the electronics and semiconductor sector. By fostering innovation, talent development, and investment, Chhattisgarh is poised to become a major player in India’s evolving ESDM landscape.