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title: "India Semiconductor Mission — Definition & Meaning"
description: "The India Semiconductor Mission is a 2021 initiative aimed at creating a sustainable semiconductor ecosystem in India, crucial for self-reliance in electronics."
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The India Semiconductor Mission is a 2021 specialised, independent business division under Digital India Corporation tasked with building a sustainable semiconductor and display fabrication ecosystem in India.
- Under which ministry and body does the India Semiconductor Mission function?
- What incentive schemes does ISM administer?
- Which major projects have been approved under ISM?
- Why is the semiconductor mission strategically important for India?

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