Bengaluru: In a major boost to India’s semiconductor ecosystem, Lam Research has announced plans to invest over ₹10,000 crore in Bengaluru over the next few years. According to a LinkedIn post by Rangesh Raghavan, Corporate Vice President & GM, India at Lam Research, the company has signed an MoU to lease and eventually purchase land from the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB) in Whitefield. This move further strengthens Lam’s long-standing presence in the state.
With the global semiconductor market projected to reach $1 trillion in the coming years, Lam Research is expanding its infrastructure globally, including in the US, Europe, and Asia. The Bengaluru expansion aligns with its commitment to innovation, talent development, and supply chain diversification.
Strengthening India’s Semiconductor Ecosystem
Lam Research has been associated with India for over 25 years. Its India Center for Engineering (ICE) in Bengaluru has played a crucial role in the company’s global R&D and operations. In September 2022, Lam inaugurated its first ICE lab in Bengaluru, followed by breaking ground on an advanced systems lab in September 2024. 
The company’s July 2024 announcement to expand its supply chain operations to India has already shown progress, with several custom parts and precision components manufactured locally passing qualification cycles. This move is part of Lam’s broader strategy to enhance global supply chain resilience.
Investing in Talent and Education
Lam Research’s success in India is tied to the availability of skilled engineering talent. To support this, the company has launched various initiatives, including integrated school development projects, scholarships, and the Lam Research Challenge, an annual systems engineering competition. Additionally, Lam is rolling out its Semiverse™ Solutions program across India, aiming to train 60,000 engineers in semiconductor manufacturing over the next decade.
Government Support and Future Prospects
In his LinkedIn post, Raghavan expressed gratitude to the Indian and Karnataka governments for their continued support over the past 25 years. This investment reinforces Karnataka’s position as a key player in India’s semiconductor ambitions, aligning with the broader vision of making India a global semiconductor hub.
With this expansion, Lam Research is poised to play a critical role in India’s semiconductor journey, further strengthening Bengaluru’s status as a leading tech and innovation hub.
— Beyond Bengaluru Times
