14th Nov 2024 Source by https://cmogujarat.gov.in/
MoU Signed Between Gujarat’s Science and Technology Department and Global Industry Leader Jabil
Jabil to Set Up an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Unit with ₹1,000 Crore Investment in
Dholera Special Investment Region (DSIR)
MoU to Propel Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s "Make in India" Initiative
Jabil’s New Unit Expected to Commence by 2027, Creating Around 5,000 Employment Opportunities
Ahmedabad: The construction of the 109-kilometer expressway linking Ahmedabad with the smart city of Dholera is advancing swiftly, with approximately 80% of the work complete. Expected to become operational by early 2025, the, built at a cost of Rs. 4,373 crores, will reduce travel time between the two cities to just 40 to 45 minutes.
With the visionary guidance of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, India has emerged as a global leader in technological transformation, positioning itself as a hub for digital innovation. The India Semiconductor Mission, India AI Mission, and National Quantum Mission are set to revolutionize the electronics manufacturing sector, alongside advancements in AI, IoT, and 5G technology.
Guided by the Prime Minister’s vision and driven by the Chief Minister’s leadership, Gujarat is at the forefront of this transformation. The signing of this MOU represents another significant leap in the state’s journey toward becoming a global technology leader.
The MOU, signed between the Gujarat Science and Technology Department and Jabil—a global leader in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions—outlines an investment of ₹1,000 crore in the Dholera Special Investment Region (DSIR). The new unit, developed in partnership with the Gujarat Government, will focus on sectors including networking, capital goods, automotive, and other allied industries.
The MOU, signed in the presence of Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel, highlights Jabil’s commitment to expanding its operations in India by 2027, generating an estimated 5,000 jobs, and driving skill development through enhanced research and development capabilities.
Shri B.N. Shukla, Operations Director of Jabil, and Shri Manish Gurvan, Mission Director of the Gujarat State Electronics Mission (GSEM), officially signed the MOU. The formal exchange took place between Smt. Mona Khandhar, Principal Secretary of the Science and Technology Department, and Mr. Frederic McCoy, Executive Vice President, Global at Jabil. GSEM serves as the nodal implementation agency for Gujarat’s electronics sector investments.
“This MOU will significantly strengthen the state’s technology ecosystem by creating high-skill job opportunities and promoting the manufacture of world-class products. The Dholera SIR, equipped with industry-ready plug-and-play infrastructure and an efficient logistical framework, is poised to support high-tech manufacturing, aligning with the Prime Minister’s Make in India initiative,” said Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel.
Jabil, a trusted partner for top global brands, has over 50 years of industry experience and operates more than 100 sites globally. The company combines its extensive global reach with local expertise to deliver scalable, customized solutions.
Technology leaders like Micron, Tata Electronics, CG Power, and Cranes have already set up semiconductor operations in Gujarat. Tata Electronics Private Limited, a subsidiary of the Tata Group, is establishing India’s first commercial semiconductor fab at Dholera. Jabil’s expansion in India will create unique opportunities for technology companies and strengthen the robust ecosystem in Dholera.
The MOU signing ceremony was attended by Chief Minister’s Additional Chief Secretary Shri Pankaj Joshi, Principal Secretary of the Science and Technology Department Smt. Mona Khandhar, and senior officials from Jabil.
