First Silicon Carbide Unit Inaugurated in Odisha, India

India has the groundbreaking ceremony for its first silicon carbide manufacturing plant yesterday, presided over by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. RIR Power Electronics Limited is investing a massive Rs 620 crore in this mega project coming up in EMC Park, Info Valley, Bhubaneswar.

Significance of the Facility

• A giant leap to make India a front runner in global power electronics market and also advancing Odisha.
• In addition to boosting the state’s IT sector, this is also part of a larger project to develop Odisha into semiconductor manufacturing epicentre.
• Estimated to generate approximately 500 jobs in R&D and factory operations.

Employment Prospects and Potential Jobs

• Employs local youth and gives knowledge in the latest technologies.
• Helps in the overall career growth.

Collaborative Efforts

• IIT Bhubaneswar has signed an MoU with RIR Power Electronics Limited for technical and research support.
• Strengthens India's resolve for Atmanirbhar Bharat in semiconductors.
• Follows Trend of Growing Investments in Odisha's Semiconductor Sector