♦ India achieved a landmark milestone with the launch of DHRUV64, the country’s first fully indigenous 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor. Developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the Microprocessor Development Programme (MDP), DHRUV64 strengthens India’s indigenous processor pipeline and provides a reliable, homegrown technology for both strategic and commercial applications.

♦ This microprocessor marks a major step in India’s pursuit of self-reliance in advanced chip design.

♦ Microprocessors serve as the brains of modern electronics, powering mobiles, computers, automobiles, medical equipment, defence systems, and satellites. DHRUV64 delivers higher efficiency, enhanced multitasking, and improved reliability, while its advanced design ensures seamless integration with a wide range of external hardware. The processor is suitable for sectors such as 5G infrastructure, automotive systems, consumer electronics, industrial automation, and the Internet of Things (IoT).