See also: India's quantum computer

National Quantum Mission India[1] is an initiative by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, to foster quantum technologies related scientific and industrial research and development to support national Digital India, Make India, Skill India and Sustainable development goals.[2][3][4]

Background

The union cabinet of Government of India approved the National Quantum Mission with a cost of INR 6003.65 cr ($730,297,000) from 2023–24 to 2030–31.[5][6][7] Quantum key distribution (QKD) satellites are being developed by ISRO as part of the National Quantum Mission to provide secure communication.[8]

Selection of Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) and Technical Groups (TGs)

In January 2024,[9] the National Quantum Mission issued a Call for Proposals (CFP), inviting top-tier academic and research institutions to contribute to the development of quantum technologies in four main areas: 1. Quantum Computing 2. Quantum Communication 3. Quantum Sensing & Metrology 4. Quantum Materials & Devices

The initiative garnered an impressive 384 submissions from across the country.

Four T-Hubs and 14 TGs Announced

On September 30, 2024, the National Quantum Mission reached a decisive phase with the announcement of the four T-Hubs.[10][11]

After a thorough evaluation, 17 proposals were selected, representing the pinnacle of quantum research excellence. The T-Hubs bring together 152 researchers from 43 institutions nationwide, showcasing India's collective drive to become a global leader in quantum science and technology.

The four T-Hubs will be 1. Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru for quantum computing 2. Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M) along with Centre for Development of Telematics New Delhi for Quantum Communications 3. Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) for Quantum Sensing & Metrology and 4. Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT-D) for Quantum Materials & Devices and comprises 14 Technical Groups.

References

  1. ^ "National Quantum Mission". Retrieved 2024-12-01.
  2. ^ Rapol, Umakant Damodar (2023-04-28). "What will India's new National Quantum Mission achieve?". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2023-04-28.
  3. ^ "What is the Rs 6,000 crore national quantum mission, and what it means for science in India". The Indian Express. 2023-04-26. Retrieved 2023-04-28.
  4. ^ "Research hubs to steer quantum mission over eight years". Deccan Herald. 2023-04-26. Retrieved 2023-04-28.
  5. ^ "Cabinet approves National Quantum Mission to scale-up scientific & industrial R&D for quantum technologies | Department Of Science & Technology". dst.gov.in. Retrieved 2023-04-28.
  6. ^ "Quantum Technologies | Principal Scientific Adviser". www.psa.gov.in. Retrieved 2023-04-28.
  7. ^ "NATIONAL QUANTUM MISSION". www.simplifiedcurrentaffairs.in. 12 November 2024.
  8. ^ S., Somanath (2025-01-11). "Collaboration between ISRO, private companies and start-ups will drive India's space ambitions". Business Today. Retrieved 2025-01-12.
  9. ^ "Call for Pre-Proposals for Setting up Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) under National Quantum Mission". Retrieved 2024-12-01.
  10. ^ "NQM Landmark: T-Hubs announced to Lead India's Quantum Revolution". Retrieved 2024-12-01.
  11. ^ "Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced Establishment of Thematic Hubs and Technical Groups National Quantum Mission". 2024-09-30.
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