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AP govt highlights commitment to quantum computing

Vijayawada, June 25 (UNI) PS Pradyumna, Secretary to the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh N Chandrababu Naidu, highlighted the government’s commitment to quantum computing, noting its exponential speed advantage over classical computing.

“Quantum is a game-changing technology that is expected to scale rapidly by 2030. Already, many companies are transitioning to quantum-secured systems,” he said.

In a significant stride towards technological leadership, the Government of AP organised the Amaravati Quantum Workshop here today under the theme “Envisioning Amaravati as a Global Capital for Quantum Technologies.” The Quantum Valley in Amaravati is set to be launched in January 2026.

The workshop brought together the leading national and international stakeholders to chart the path forward for quantum technologies.

Highlights included expert roundtables on quantum hardware, sensing, and innovation; a visit by the Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu to a quantum startup exhibition; an inaugural plenary session featuring IBM, TCS, the US Consul General, IITs, and NITI Aayog; and the Chief Minister’s keynote address. The event will culminate with the release of the Amaravati Declaration and the Quantum Declaration Book.

Pradyumna, Secretary to the CM, underlined the advantages for AP’s pharma sector, explaining that quantum simulations can accelerate drug discovery by modelling molecular structures. “As a state strong in science and engineering, Andhra Pradesh is ready to lead the quantum revolution. Telugus must not miss this opportunity—the revolution has begun,” he declared.
Bhaskar Katamneni, Secretary, ITE&C Department, stated that AP is the first state in India to take such a comprehensive initiative. “We are establishing a quantum facility that will serve researchers, educational institutions, and industries to enable breakthrough innovations. The national workshop on June 30 at Novotel Vijayawada is part of this journey,” he asserted.

He observed: “Many applications will run on the Amaravati quantum system, and we’re building an ecosystem that enables industries to bring their challenges and develop algorithms using our facility. By January 2026, this will be the first full-stack quantum infrastructure in India, accessible remotely by users across the country. We expect 90,000 to 1 lakh people to benefit from this system.”

He emphasised the employment potential of quantum technology, stating, “Just like the IT revolution created jobs, quantum will create even more and will significantly impact humanity. Innovation Hubs like the Ratan Tata Innovation Hub in Amaravati will help startups join the movement.”
“Quantum computing will not replace humans. Classical computing will remain relevant, and quantum will complement it.” he made it clear

Prof. Anil Prabhakar of IIT Madras, Advisor at TCS, explained the power of quantum computing. Unlike conventional systems, quantum computers can solve previously intractable problems. IBM leads globally, and by 2024–25, we’re talking about 1,000-qubit systems. Others are catching up fast,” he noted.

Dr. Amith Singhee, Director of IBM Research India and CTO, IBM India & South Asia, expressed IBM’s commitment: “Our goal is to deliver useful quantum computing to the world. With AP’s focus, we expect to develop strong applications and algorithms over the next 3–4 years, with Amaravati reaching key development milestones by 2029.”

Dr. Vijaya Rao, Lead, Quantum Research at LTI Mindtree, elaborated on quantum applications in finance, including portfolio optimization, trading settlement, compliance, risk analysis, fraud detection, insurance, oil & gas, and financial forecasting.
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