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Chennai-based Aheesa Digital Innovations raises ₹40 crore to advance its broadband networking SiC, supported by DLI, as semiconductor design moves toward commercial production.

PRIVATEAug 15, 2026about 8 hours ago

Amount Raised

₹400 Million

Round Type

Seed

ChennaiManufacturingSecurityElectronics

Investors

Other Private InvestorsTamil Nadu Emerging Sector Seed FundTnifmc

Description

Aheesa Digital Innovations raised around ₹40 crore earlier this year from TNIFMC and other private investors. This funding supports their chip for broadband networking, aiming for production tape-out by 2027. The government supports this initiative to boost the semiconductor design ecosystem in India. These developments reflect growing investor confidence in the DLI-backed startups.

Company Information

Company

Aheesa Digital Innovations

Location

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

About

Aheesa Digital Innovations is a Chennai-based fabless semiconductor startup focused on developing chips for broadband networking and security applications. Their latest product, the 'VIHAAN' networking System-on-Chip, achieved first-pass silicon success, marking a significant milestone in their product development. The company is part of India's effort to build a home-grown semiconductor design ecosystem. They aim to contribute to various applications, including IoT devices and telecommunications.

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