At the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) in Pune, Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw recently unveiled two development boards and a new indigenous VEGA-based System-on-Chip (SoC). This event, which was held on January 11, 2025, is a component of India’s larger effort to strengthen its technological capabilities in order to reach its goal of being a developed country by 2047.
The first 64-bit VEGA-based SoC that is entirely domestically produced and made especially for reliable and secure embedded applications is the THEJAS64. In terms of improving India’s semiconductor capabilities, this development is noteworthy.
There were two new development boards introduced:
This board, which is aimed at students, makes it easier for them to explore hands-on with applications like wearable technology, smart meters, and sensor fusion. It provides an easily accessible platform for embedded systems research and education.
Less attention was paid to specifics, however this board is also included in C-DAC’s DIR V VEGA processor-based lineup.
Vaishnaw underlined that India’s development objectives depend on computers and technology innovation. He pointed out that by supporting IT and electronics research and development at numerous academic institutions, C-DAC plays a crucial part in this environment. According to the minister, around 240 universities have state-of-the-art tools for semiconductor design, which will facilitate students’ transfer from academic understanding to real-world industry applications3].
In order to improve students’ preparedness for the semiconductor sector, C-DAC also intends to launch certification programs and hold contests for students who are skilled with semiconductor design tools.
This program demonstrates India’s dedication to promoting technological innovation and creating an independent semiconductor manufacturing and design ecosystem.
