<h1>India's electronics exports hit USD 40 billion with eight-fold growth over 11 years, semiconductor manufacturing starting soon</h1> India's electronics exports have reached USD 40 billion, representing an eight-fold increase over 11 years, according to a Union Minister. Domestic electronics production has grown six times during the same period, achieving double-digit compound annual growth rates. The country's first commercial-scale semiconductor chip manufacturing is expected to begin this year, with India positioned to become one of the top five semiconductor nations globally. The government official highlighted India's development of a complete 4G telecom stack within three and a half years, now deployed across 90,000 telecom towers. Additionally, the country's first bullet train project is scheduled to become operational by August or September 2027, demonstrating rapid infrastructure development across multiple technology sectors.