India aims to reduce dependence on critical foreign technology over 20–25 years

The Economic Times reports that Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said India is planning over 20–25 years to reduce its reliance on foreign suppliers of critical technologies and better withstand global disruptions. He said the next phase of its semiconductor program would emphasize materials and components needed to make chips. India aims to build domestic capabilities in strategic areas, not make everything at home.