Amaravati to host India’s first Quantum Computing Valley

Amaravati to Host India’s First Quantum Computing Valley 

• Location: Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, India.
• Launch Timeline: Expected by January 2026.
• Purpose: Part of National Quantum Mission, aimed at increasing productivity, wealth creation, and advanced technology research.
• Scope:
  • Services accessible to states, educational institutions, healthcare, pharma, agri-tech, med-tech industries nationwide.
  • Will generate employment opportunities and encourage startups.
• Key Collaborations:
  • IBM India – development of logical qubit quantum computers.
  • LTIMindtree – quantum AI, logistics, financial monitoring, healthcare, robotics applications.
  • TCS – quantum computing solutions, talent development.
  • Ratan Tata Innovation Hub – youth skill development & upskilling.
• Security Initiatives: Implementation of QNu Project for quantum-secure communication networks and password security.
• Applications of Quantum Computing:
  • Pharmaceutical research, EV battery development, cargo & route optimization, image classification.
  • Risk analysis, climate change modelling, cryptographic optimization.
  • Education, logistics, space research, financial services, cybersecurity.
• Official Statements:
  • Katamneni Bhaskar (ITE&C Secretary): Technology complements humans, not replace them.
  • Anil Prabhakar (NQM & TCS Advisor): IBM & Google involved in quantum research in India.
  • Amit Singhee (IBM Research India): By 2029, IBM to deliver Quantum Starling, large-scale fault-tolerant quantum computer.
• Significance:
  • Establishes India as a hub for quantum technology research and innovation.
  • Supports industrial growth, research, startups, and education in cutting-edge technologies.
    
    Updated - June 26, 2025 08:59 am | The Hindu