New Delhi, Sept. 8 -- India has the potential to disrupt the semiconductor race and emerge as a leader in post-silicon technologies by leveraging two-dimensional (2D) materials, according to a report released by the Indian government think-tank NITI Aayog.

The report highlighted that the convergence of semiconductor policy and 2D materials research presents an opportunity for comprehensive technological advancement. This convergence, it noted, could allow India to position itself at the forefront of the global semiconductor shift.

NITI Aayog stated, "2D materials research presents an opportunity for comprehensive technological advancement that could provide India an opportunity to disrupt the Semicon race."

Explaining the 2D materials,...