Rohm's Vision for India's Semiconductor Surge: An Interview with Balaji Karthic

In an engaging conversation with EEHerald Editor Srinivasa Reddy N, Balaji Karthic, Group Manager at Rohm India’s Technical Centre, shared insights into the company’s strategy for navigating India’s burgeoning semiconductor market. With India emerging as a global hub for technology amid geopolitical shifts, Rohm is poised to capitalize on opportunities in automotive, industrial, and startup ecosystems. Below is an edited transcript of the interview, highlighting Rohm’s plans, innovative technologies, and commitment to fostering India’s next generation of innovators.

Srinivasa Reddy N: India is a growing market despite global turbulence and geopolitical challenges. Rohm has a strong presence in the Indian market, particularly in the automotive sector with discrete and sensitive components. How do you see the Indian market evolving over the next 2-3 or 4-5 years in terms of opportunities and design support for Indian startups and other companies?

Balaji Karthic: Let me break this down into two parts: geopolitical trends and customer support. From a geopolitical standpoint, India is on a positive trajectory with strong GDP growth. The semiconductor demand is surging, fueled by investments from global c...