India Electronics and Semiconductor Association

IESA Empowers Startups to #SecureTheirInnovation. The #IESAStartupMitraWebinar on “#PatentFiling & #IPProtection for Startups in the #ESDMSector” concluded on an insightful note — witnessing strong participation from 79 founders, innovators, and industry professionals eager to strengthen their #IPStrategies. Led by Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay alumnus & Patent Attorney, Arjun Bala, Managing Director at Metayage Private Limited, the session delivered powerful, actionable guidance for startups navigating India’s fast-growing ESDM and #SemiconductorLandscape. Key Takeaways from the webinar: 🔸Patents directly increase a startup’s #Valuation and strengthen #LongTermCompetitiveness. 🔸Prior #ArtSearch is non-negotiable, it determines novelty, avoids #Infringement, and guides stronger #PatentClaims. 🔸Software can be patented in India if it has a technical effect or contribution to a technical field. 🔸Patents are territorial, #FilingStrategy must align with your target markets and expansion plans. 🔸#Central and #StateGovernments offers #ReimbursementIncentives, reducing filing costs for startups. 🔸#IPStrategy is as important as #ProductStrategy, helping startups convert #Innovation into defensible business value. 🔸Complex #LegalProcesses are a major barrier for startups, highlighting the need for expert guidance. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Arjun Bala for delivering a deeply informative and founder-friendly session, and to all the participants who joined us to strengthen their innovation journeys. Through the #IESAStartupMitraProgram, we remain committed to enabling startups in the #ESDM & #SemiconductorEcosystem with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to build globally competitive, IP-strong technology solutions. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology India Semiconductor Mission Shankar Krishnamurthy Akshay Aggarwal Sundeep Gupta Ruchir Dixit Navin Bishnoi Rajeev Khushu Sanjeev Keskar Veerappan VV ashok chandak Akshay Aggarwal Dr. Hemang Shah 💡Pradeep Vajram Raghu Panicker Sundeep Gupta Vivek Tyagi Ved Prakash Mall Ajit Manocha #IESA #IESAStartupMitra #Webinar #IESAforStartups #SecureYourInnovation #PatentPower #InnovationShield #ESDMStartups #IntellectualProperty #IP #StartupMitraProgram #IPProtection #SafeguardYourIP #ThinkIPThinkGrowth

From #LegacyInfrastructure To #100XCapacity: #SCL Set to Power India’s #SemiconductorFuture #IESA applauds the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) for its landmark announcement to invest ₹4,500 crore in modernising The #SemiconductorLaboratory (#SCL), Mohali, a pivotal step toward strengthening India’s trusted and strategic semiconductor ecosystem. During their visit to SCL, Hon’ble Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw accompanied by Mr. Amitesh Kumar Sinha, CEO, India Semiconductor Mission (#ISM), reviewed the ongoing progress and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment. Shri Kamaljeet Singh, #DirectorGeneral, SCL Mohali, provided a detailed walkthrough of the facility’s current operations and modernisation plans. Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw stated: “A big journey for SCL Mohali lies ahead & India is ready for it.” Welcoming the development, Mr. ashok chandak President, IESA, said: “The Government of India’s commitment to modernising SCL is a crucial step in strengthening India’s semiconductor foundation. Close coordination between the Centre and the #PunjabGovernment is essential to ensure timely land allotment and clearances. A modernised 180 nm facility with #100XCapacity can unlock new business opportunities, support India’s fabless ecosystem, and build confidence for #FutureUpgrades to #AdvancedNodes.” He further emphasised: “A modern SCL can play a transformative role for India’s #Deeptech and #SemiconductorStartups by supporting #PilotProduction, small-volume fabrication and early-stage #Prototyping, turning ideas into market-ready products faster, locally and securely. This capability is vital for India’s strategic needs, especially in #Defence, #Aerospace, #Space and other sensitive sectors that require trusted, indigenous #SemiconductorManufacturing.” SCL could evolve into a #NationalTraining and #CapacityBuilding centre, providing #EDAToolAccess, hands-on #WorkforceDevelopment, and strong collaboration with #Academia and #Industry to build India’s future #SemiconductorTalentPool. #StablePolicy and #FiscalSupport under the India Semiconductor Mission will enable SCL to scale, integrate with India’s broader supply chain, and contribute to the nation’s export and innovation goals. The consortium approach with #CDAC, DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India, ISRO - Indian Space Research Organization and #StateGovernment support will make SCL highly successful and impactful. IESA and its member companies reiterates its full support for this initiative that accelerates India’s #Semiconductor and #StrategicTechnology ambitions. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology India Semiconductor Mission Ashwini Vaishnaw S Krishnan Sushil Pal Amitesh Kumar Sinha Ruchir Dixit Navin Bishnoi Rajeev Khushu Sanjeev Keskar Veerappan VV ashok chandak Akshay Aggarwal Dr. Hemang Shah 💡Pradeep Vajram Raghu Panicker Sundeep Gupta Vivek Tyagi Ved Prakash Mall Ajit Manocha

Become a Driving Force in India's Tech #InnovationJourney! IESA is inviting agencies, institutes, and startups to partner with us for the #IESAVisionSummit2026 Hackathon. If you have hands-on experience in executing #TechnicalHackathons, managing events, or delivering operational + technical support, this is your opportunity to lead an impactful initiative. This year's hackathon focuses on: - Al for Chip Design - Embedded Application Development We're looking for partners who can bring expertise, efficiency, and innovation to the table. Share your profile on or before 4th Dec'25 on: [email protected] |[email protected] Viswanathan K.G. Ruchir Dixit Navin Bishnoi Rajeev Khushu Sanjeev Keskar Veerappan VV ashok chandak Akshay Aggarwal Dr. Hemang Shah 💡Pradeep Vajram Raghu Panicker Sundeep Gupta Vivek Tyagi Ved Prakash Mall Ajit Manocha Ravi Prabhakar #IESA #IESAVisionSummit #HackathonPartners #PartnerwithIESA

IESA Applauds the Government’s Landmark Step toward Tech #SelfReliance with ₹7,280 Cr #REPMManufacturingScheme The Government of India’s approval of the ₹7,280 crore Scheme for Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (#REPM) marks a transformative moment for the country’s high-tech #Electronics and #SemiconductorEcosystem. For the first time, India will establish an integrated REPM manufacturing chain covering oxides, metals, alloys, and finished magnets, addressing a core #StrategicGap in the nation’s technology infrastructure. Recently, India and countries went thru disruption of supply of #CriticalMinerals and #PermanentMagnets. Rare earth permanent magnets are fundamental building blocks for #EVs, #RenewableEnergySystems, #Aerospace, #Defense, #ConsumerElectronics, and, importantly, the semiconductor equipment and electronics manufacturing ecosystem. Establishing India’s first integrated REPM manufacturing ecosystem initiative enhances #SupplyChainResilience, reduces import reliance, and supports rapidly rising domestic demand, which is growing rapidly. It also positions India as a dependable global partner for #CriticalMaterials as industries worldwide look to diversify their #Sourcing. The combination of sales-linked #Incentives and #CapitalSubsidies will make large-scale REPM manufacturing globally competitive and attract top-tier global and Indian companies. ashok chandak, President, IESA, highlighted: “This is a visionary, first-of-its-kind initiative that plugs one of India’s most critical technology gaps. By enabling our first integrated REPM manufacturing ecosystem, India is sending a clear message to the world that our high-tech industries will not be vulnerable to external supply pressures. This move strengthens supply-chain resilience, boosts #DomesticManufacturing competitiveness, and serves as a force multiplier for the #Semiconductor and #ESDM sectors. It also advances India’s march toward #ViksitBharat2047 and our #NetZero 2070 goals through clean mobility and renewable energy adoption. We remain committed to partnering with industry and #Policymakers to build a world-class REPM as enabler to electronics, and semiconductor ecosystem in India.” IESA celebrates this landmark reform that supports India’s journey towards becoming a globally competitive, innovation-driven, and strategically secure electronics and semiconductor powerhouse. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology India Semiconductor Mission Ashwini Vaishnaw S Krishnan Sushil Pal Amitesh Kumar Sinha Ministry of Mines, Govt of India Gangapuram Kishan Reddy India DST Abhay Karandikar Ruchir Dixit Navin Bishnoi Rajeev Khushu Sanjeev Keskar Veerappan VV ashok chandak Akshay Aggarwal Dr. Hemang Shah 💡Pradeep Vajram Raghu Panicker Sundeep Gupta Vivek Tyagi Ved Prakash Mall Ajit Manocha Ravi Prabhakar SEMI SEMI India #IESA #REPMScheme #MakeInIndia #AtmanirbharBharat

📈 The #StartupMitraConclave: Future Funding & Growth IESA is thrilled to host its premier event for India's #ESDMInnovators: The Startup Mitra Conclave. This event is your direct link to the support IESA provides: #Policy, #InvestorNetworks, #Mentorship, and #EcosystemPartnerships. Over the years, we have championed your growth. At the Conclave, we will not only showcase our past achievements but critically, outline the new, high-impact initiatives we are launching to support you in the coming years. Your Next Step: Join #Investors, #Government Representatives, and leading startups to explore essential growth strategies, funding access, and collaboration opportunities. 📅 4th December 2025 📍 Radisson Blu, Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru 🕒 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM (Registration starts at 1:45 PM) 👥 Event exclusively for budding #ESDMStartups Register now by scanning the QR code or using the link below: https://lnkd.in/gsCcJKmu Let’s catalyze ideas into global impact—together. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology India Semiconductor Mission Shankar Krishnamurthy Ruchir Dixit Navin Bishnoi Rajeev Khushu Sanjeev Keskar Veerappan VV ashok chandak Akshay Aggarwal Dr. Hemang Shah 💡Pradeep Vajram Raghu Panicker Sundeep Gupta Vivek Tyagi Ved Prakash Mall Ajit Manocha Ravi Prabhakar #IESA #IESAforStartups #ESDMStartups #StartupMitraProgram

India’s new #LabourCodes: Enabling #HighTechManufacturing and #ESDM Scale-Up IESA welcomes the Government of India’s implementation of the Four Labour Codes released by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, GOI, modernising 29 #LabourLaws into a unified, globally aligned framework. This marks a major shift toward a #FutureReadyWorkforce and industry environment. Key Benefits for India’s ESDM & Semiconductors ecosystems: 1. Greater #WorkforceStability Formalised employment, standardised wages and stronger social security boost worker confidence and skill retention. 2. Stronger #SafetyStandards Mandatory health check-ups, national OSH norms and safety committees improve workplace safety across fabs, ATMP units and electronics factories. 3. Balanced #Flexibility & #Protection Fixed-term employment, simplified compliance and single licensing enable scale, while parity of benefits strengthens worker welfare. 4. More #InclusiveWorkforce Expanded participation of women including in night operations and recognition of gig workers help widen India’s labour pipeline. IESA’s views on the #LabourCodes were widely covered across Indian media, with 18+ #PrintFeatures and 6+ #OnlineArticles reflecting industry recognition and interest. ashok chandak, President, IESA & SEMI India said: “The Four Labour Codes reforms will strengthen #BlueCollarJobs in #ElectronicsManufacturing through better wages, wider participation of women, improved safety culture and stronger social protection. A more formal and future-ready workforce will reduce attrition and boost productivity across factories. Overall, this is a major step toward building globally competitive ESDM and semiconductor ecosystems in India.” By modernising the labour framework after decades, these Labour Codes align India with global standards and reflect a decisive shift towards a more inclusive, transparent and productivity-driven labour environment. For the electronics and semiconductor sectors, key pillars of India’s #AtmanirbharBharat vision—these reforms will accelerate #Investment, #ManufacturingScale and #WorkforceDevelopment. IESA looks forward to continued collaboration with the Government in building a #ProWorker, #ProIndustry and #ProGrowth labour ecosystem. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology India Semiconductor Mission Ashwini Vaishnaw S Krishnan Sushil Pal Amitesh Kumar Sinha Ruchir Dixit Navin Bishnoi Rajeev Khushu Sanjeev Keskar Veerappan VV ashok chandak Akshay Aggarwal Dr. Hemang Shah 💡Pradeep Vajram Raghu Panicker Sundeep Gupta Vivek Tyagi Ved Prakash Mall Ajit Manocha Ravi Prabhakar SEMI SEMI India #IESA #LabourCodes #ESDM #Semiconductors #ElectronicsManufacturing #AtmanirbharBharat #MakeInIndia #HighTechManufacturing #WorkforceReforms #ManufacturingIndia

Only 3 days to go! Are you ready to unlock the essentials of #PatentFiling & #IPProtection for your startup? Join us as Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay Alumnus & Patent Attorney Arjun Bala breaks down how #Startups can protect their innovation, file patents in India and abroad, and leverage govt. #Incentives to build stronger #IPPortfolios. If you haven’t registered yet — now’s the time. 🔗 Scan the QR Code or Click on the link to #RegisterNow: https://lnkd.in/gm4ZDD52 Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology India Semiconductor Mission Shankar Krishnamurthy Ruchir Dixit Navin Bishnoi Rajeev Khushu Sanjeev Keskar Veerappan VV ashok chandak Akshay Aggarwal Dr. Hemang Shah 💡Pradeep Vajram Raghu Panicker Sundeep Gupta Vivek Tyagi Ved Prakash Mall Ajit Manocha Ravi Prabhakar #IESA #IESAStartupMitra #Webinar #IESAforStartups #SecureYourInnovation #PatentPower #InnovationShield #ESDMStartups #IntellectualProperty #IP #StartupMitraProgram #IPProtection #SafeguardYourIP #ThinkIPThinkGrowth

Every breakthrough deserves protection. Turning tech innovation into impact starts with securing your Intellectual Property. Join us for an exclusive #IESAStartupMitra Webinar on “Patent Filing & IP Protection" for startups in the ESDM sector featuring Mr. Arjun Bala, Managing Director, Metayage. Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay alumnus Arjun Bala is a Patent Attorney and Certified Patent Valuation Analyst with over 21 years of experience in building global patent portfolios. He has empowered deep-tech startups and R&D teams to transform ground-breaking innovations into protected intellectual assets — securing more than 600 patents worldwide along the way. What you’ll learn as a tech startup: - Why protecting your IP early is crucial for startup success - How to file patents in India and abroad - Schemes & incentives available from Central and State governments - Best practices to build an IP portfolio that attracts investors 🗓️ Date: November 27, 2025 (Thursday) 🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (IST) 📍 Online Session 🔗 Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gm4ZDD52 Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology India Semiconductor Mission Shankar Krishnamurthy Akshay Aggarwal Sundeep Gupta Ruchir Dixit Navin Bishnoi Rajeev Khushu Sanjeev Keskar Veerappan VV ashok chandak Akshay Aggarwal Dr. Hemang Shah 💡Pradeep Vajram Raghu Panicker Sundeep Gupta Vivek Tyagi Ved Prakash Mall Ajit Manocha Ravi Prabhakar #IESA #IESAStartupMitra #Webinar #IESAforStartups #SecureYourInnovation #PatentPower #InnovationShield #ESDMStartups #IntellectualProperty #IP #StartupMitraProgram #IPProtection #SafeguardYourIP #ThinkIPThinkGrowth

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