Qualcomm Invests 177
Cr for Design Centre in Chennai; Creating 1600 Jobs
The newly announced design
centre is set to focus on innovations that complement Wi-Fi technologies,
aligning with Qualcomm's broader research and development efforts in the field
of 5G connectivity.
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Qualcomm
India has announced a substantial investment of ₹177.27 crore in
establishing a cutting-edge design centre in Chennai.
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Design
centre will focus on innovations that complement Wi-Fi technologies.
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Generation
of up to 1,600 jobs for professionals in the region.
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Programs
such as the ‘Qualcomm Design in India Challenge’ and the ‘Qualcomm
Semiconductor Mentorship Programme.’
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The
company operates R&D centres in key technology hubs, including Bengaluru,
Chennai, Hyderabad, and Noida.
Introduction:
In
a significant development, Qualcomm India has announced a substantial
investment of ₹177.27 crore in establishing a cutting-edge design centre
in Chennai. Qualcomm underscored its commitment to fostering technological
advancements in India by making the announcement at the Tamil Nadu Global
Investors Meet. This design centre is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping
the global future of connectivity.
Qualcomm
Chennai Center to Focus on Innovation and Wi-Fi
Technologies:
The
newly announced design centre will focus on innovations that complement Wi-Fi
technologies. This aligns with Qualcomm’s broader research and development
efforts in the field of 5G connectivity.
By
concentrating on these key areas, Qualcomm aims to bolster its position as a
leader in the semiconductor industry. This would also contribute significantly
to the evolution of wireless communication technologies.
Qualcomm
Chennai: Job Creation and Economic Impact
One
of the notable outcomes of this investment is the expected generation of up to
1,600 jobs for professionals in the region. This move is expected to fuel not
only economic growth in Chennai but also contribute to the broader landscape of
India’s technology sector.
The
creation of high-skilled jobs is a testament to Qualcomm’s commitment to the
‘Make in India’ and ‘Design in India’ initiatives. This bolsters the country’s
position as a hub for advanced technological research and development.
Qualcomm’s
Ongoing Initiatives in India:
This
investment builds upon Qualcomm’s longstanding commitment to fostering
design-focused initiatives in India. Over the years, the company has
implemented various programs such as the ‘Qualcomm Design in India Challenge’
and the ‘Qualcomm Semiconductor Mentorship Programme.’
These
initiatives have supported the growth of the semiconductor industry. This has
also facilitated knowledge transfer and skill development among Indian
professionals.
India
as a Hub for Qualcomm’s R&D:
India
is already a significant base for Qualcomm’s research and development endeavors, being the second-largest outside of San Diego.
The company operates R&D centres in key technology hubs, including
Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Noida.
This
latest investment solidifies Qualcomm’s commitment to leveraging India’s talent
pool. It aims to foster innovation in collaboration with the country’s vibrant
technology ecosystem.