Adani University President calls for skilled talent to boost India’s semiconductor mission

Dr. Priti Adani, President of Adani University, has advocated for increased collaboration between academia and industry to cultivate the skilled workforce necessary for India’s semiconductor ecosystem. Speaking at the ‘Conclave on Hardware, Innovation, Processing & Semiconductor Technologies (CHIPS) 2026’ in Ahmedabad, she emphasized that a robust industry requires human intelligence capable of designing and improving complex technologies alongside advanced manufacturing facilities.

The conclave featured experts from major global firms, including Qualcomm, NXP Semiconductors, Micron Technology, Synopsys, and Infineon Technologies. Discussions centered on strengthening domestic design capabilities, the role of manufacturing in India’s technological development, and emerging career pathways within the sector.

Organized in collaboration with IIT Mandi, the VLSI Society of India, and the law firm Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, the event brought together representatives from the Gujarat State Electronics Mission, academic institutions, and various semiconductor companies to align research and industry needs.