PROJECT SILICA - Semiconductor Ecosystem
Overview
Project SILICA is a flagship initiative by Tauschen International Limited (Hong Kong), the parent company of Tauschen Group, developed in collaboration with Liberal Scientific Technologies (Singapore).
The project represents a proposed investment of approximately $25 Billion aimed at establishing an advanced semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in India, focused on next-generation materials such as Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Gallium Nitride (GaN).
👉 The initiative is designed to support the development of a globally competitive semiconductor ecosystem aligned with future industrial demand.
Why Project Silica
The global semiconductor industry is undergoing a major transformation:
- Traditional silicon-based technologies are reaching performance limits
- Increasing demand for high-efficiency, high-power semiconductors
- Rapid growth across EV, AI, telecom (5G/6G), and renewable energy sectors
👉 Project SILICA is being developed to address these evolving requirements through advanced materials and scalable manufacturing.
Technology Platform
The project is based on advanced semiconductor technologies developed by Liberal Scientific Technologies, focusing on:
- Wide band-gap materials (SiC, GaN, AlN)
- Advanced semiconductor heterostructures
- High-performance, high-temperature device applications
The technology platform is designed to enable:
- Higher efficiency compared to traditional silicon
- Improved thermal and electrical performance
- Scalable and cost-optimized manufacturing processes
👉 Supporting next-generation global semiconductor demand.
Project Scale & Locations
Proposed Investment
Approx. $25 Billion
📍 Proposed Locations:
🇮🇳 Uttar Pradesh (Primary Location – Proposed)
- Semiconductor fabrication facilities (GaN / SiC based)
- Display manufacturing units
- Supporting infrastructure
🇮🇳 Telangana (Proposed)
- Compound semiconductor facilities
- Research & Development center
👉 Final development is subject to approvals, land allocation, and regulatory processes.
Proposed Semiconductor Ecosystem
Project SILICA is planned as a fully integrated semiconductor platform covering:
- Wafer Manufacturing (SiC / GaN)
- Semiconductor Device Fabrication
- Display Manufacturing (TFT / AMOLED)
- Silicon Photonics (SiPh)
- MEMS & Advanced Devices
- R&D and Testing Infrastructure
Funding Structure & Investment Platform
The project is being structured through a diversified and innovation-driven capital model:
- Promoter equity and foreign direct investment (FDI)
- Strategic and institutional partnerships
- Proposed digital investment platform (Tauschen Semicoin)
- Limited bank exposure primarily for working capital
Tauschen Holding Limited (BVI)
Tauschen Holding Limited (BVI) has been established as a dedicated holding and investment company to support Project SILICA and other strategic initiatives of the Tauschen Group.
The entity functions as a structured platform for:
- Global capital participation
- Digital fundraising and tokenized investment models
- Transparent and efficient capital deployment
👉 It plays a key role in enabling global investor access and strengthening the project’s financial structure.
Tauschen Semicoin (TSC)
The project also incorporates a proposed digital investment framework, designed to:
- Enable global participation through tokenized instruments
- Enhance transparency through blockchain-based systems
- Support long-term capital formation
👉 This model complements traditional funding structures and improves scalability.
Project Scale & Locations
Government Alignment
Project SILICA is aligned with India’s semiconductor development initiatives and relevant state policies.
🔹 Policy Alignment:
- India Semiconductor Mission (ISM)
- Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme
- Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme
- Uttar Pradesh Semiconductor Policy
- Telangana Semiconductor Policy
Support Structure
Subject to approvals and eligibility criteria, the project is expected to be considered for:
- Capital subsidies under central government schemes
- State-level incentives including land, infrastructure, and utilities
- Policy-based fiscal benefits
👉 The project is being structured to qualify for up to 50% fiscal support, as per applicable policies.
Current Status
- MoUs and discussions with state governments are under process
- Project proposals are under evaluation by relevant authorities
- Land identification and regulatory approvals are ongoing
👉 Final approvals will be granted as per government procedures and policy frameworks.
Global Impact
Project SILICA is expected to support multiple high-growth sectors:
🚗 Electric Vehicles (EVs)
🤖 Artificial Intelligence & High-Performance Computing
📡 Telecom (5G / 6G)
🛰️ Aerospace & Defense
⚡ Renewable Energy Systems
👉 Contributing to both domestic capability and global supply chains.
Implementation Roadmap (Indicative)
- 2023–2025: Planning, approvals, and structuring
- 2026–2028: Initial fab development and pilot production
- 2029–2031: Expansion and commercialization
- 2032–2034: Advanced semiconductor ecosystem development
👉 Timeline subject to regulatory approvals and execution milestones.
Strategic Partners
- Tauschen International Limited (Hong Kong) – Promoter
- Liberal Scientific Technologies (Singapore) – Technology Partner
- Tauschen Holding Limited (BVI) – Investment Platform
- Additional global partners (under engagement)
Project SILICA represents a strategic initiative to build a globally competitive semiconductor ecosystem, combining advanced technology, scalable infrastructure, and innovative capital structures.
