IcfaiTech, Hyderabad, inaugurates its Centre for VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration). The facility was inaugurated by Ajai Chowdhry, HCL co-founder, and Chairman of the EPIC Foundation. The initiative is poised to position IcfaiTech as a hub for innovation and collaboration in the global semiconductor industry.
During the event, Chowdhry highlighted the transformative potential of VLSI technology, emphasising its critical role in driving advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and high-performance computing. He noted that such innovation is essential for shaping India’s modern digital landscape and positioning the country as a global technology leader. “Cutting-edge research in VLSI is essential for driving innovation in sectors like artificial intelligence, IoT, and high-performance computing,” he said.
Stressing the importance of transitioning from a service-oriented economy to a product-driven nation, Chowdhry applauded government initiatives like “Make in India” for fostering indigenous product development. He underscored the need to invest in science and technology to strengthen India’s global competitiveness and encouraged nurturing a start-up ecosystem focused on hardware innovation.
Acknowledging challenges posed by automation and artificial intelligence, Chowdhry urged leveraging these technologies for product development, particularly in areas like quantum computing, AI chips, and advanced semiconductors. He believes that such advancements could revolutionise India’s tech landscape and redefine it as a “Product Nation.”
The VLSI Center aligns with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology’s (MeitY) strategic initiatives, such as the ChipIN Centre and C2S, which aim to bolster India’s semiconductor ecosystem. Equipped with resources like the Synopsys EDA tool, FPGA-based Xilinx boards, and Texas Analog Design Boards, the Center offers students and researchers hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
Professor KL Narayana, Director of IcfaiTech, emphasised the Center’s multidisciplinary approach to research and innovation, supporting the “Make in India” vision by training skilled professionals in the semiconductor domain.
The inauguration, attended by faculty, students, and industry experts, marked a milestone for IcfaiTech in its commitment to advancing India’s technological capabilities and nurturing academic excellence. The Center’s vision promises to contribute significantly to the country’s semiconductor ecosystem and foster global innovation.
