Assam poised to become a pioneer in semiconductor revolution: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on March 13 claimed that it is a historic day for the people of the state as Assam is set to emerge as a pioneer in the semiconductor revolution, attributing this development to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's faith in the northeast

In a major boost to the industrial sector of the state, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 13 virtually laid the foundation for Assam’s biggest ever semiconductor unit in Morigaon. 

CM Sarma stated that this initiative would attract an investment of Rs 27,000 crore and create employment for 30,000 youth in Assam and its neighbouring regions. He expressed gratitude towards PM Modi for his 'Ashta Lakshmi' initiative and Tata Sons along with its MD N. Chandrasekaran for their daring step to overcome geographical barriers. 

'This is the beginning, this is not the end', he said, expressing optimism for Assam's economic prosperity. In a later statement, he expressed his hope for creating history with the support of the people of Assam, stating that Assam is 'laughing for the first time today'.

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