Raipur, April 11 -- In a landmark step towards technological self-reliance, India's first semiconductor chip manufacturer is all set to establish a state-of-the-art semiconductor chip and advanced packaging unit in Chhattisgarh.

The foundation stone for the facility will be laid today at 11 AM by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in Nava Raipur.

This ambitious project marks Chhattisgarh's entry into the high-tech manufacturing sector, with a massive investment of Rs 1,143 crore.

The upcoming plant, to be set up by Chennai-based Polymatech Electronics, will span 1,50,000 square feet and focus on producing Gallium Nitride (GaN) semiconductor chips. These advanced chips are essential for enabling next-generation 5G and 6G technologies.

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