A critical input in semiconductor manufacturing, helium underpins everything from electric vehicles to smartphones.
Helium shock puts India’s semiconductor, PCB push at risk due to the Iran-Israel war
The Iran-Israel conflict has disrupted global helium supplies, critical for semiconductor and PCB manufacturing, threatening India's push to expand domestic electronics production. The helium shortage could halt production lines for key industries, including smartphones, EVs, and defense electronics, with no immediate alternative identified.