Hyderabad: A fully operational Quantum Computing Ecosystem will be ready in the proposed Quantum Valley in Amaravati by January 2026. This valley will accommodate the full stack of quantum technologies from computing to sensing, materials, and communications.
In a landmark declaration at the Amaravati Quantum Valley Workshop held in Vijayawada Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday unveiled his ambitious vision to transform Amaravati into a global capital for quantum technologies.
The event, jointly organised by the Government of Andhra Pradesh, the Department of Science and Technology (GoI), Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Larsen & Toubro (L&T), brought together some of the top minds and institutions in quantum computing on Monday.
"Amaravati Quantum Declaration - Shaping India's Quantum and Deep Tech Future", which sets clear targets for infrastructure, talent development, R&D ecosystems, and industrial collaboration was also unveiled o Monday
Participants included leading scientists, startups, and entrepreneurs. The highlight of the day was a demonstration of an IBM prototype quantum computer, followed by a walkthrough of a curated startup exhibition on quantum innovation.
IT minister Nara Lokesh announced that Amaravati will soon host the IBM-2 Quantum Computer with 156 qubits, making it the first of its kind in South Asia. Lokesh stressed on the need for a Quantum-ready workforce, and urged premier institutions like IITs to co-develop curriculum for future quantum engineers.
In his special address, Naidu traced the evolution of India's tech journey right from the IT revolution of the late 1990s to the dawn of the Quantum Age and emphasised the critical role Andhra Pradesh must play in shaping the future of deep technologies. He revealed that by January 1, 2026, a fully operational Quantum Computing Ecosystem will be set up in Amaravati.
Modi right leader at right time: Andhra CM N Chandrababu Naidu"I began promoting IT when my son Lokesh was just a child. Now, he's tasked with taking Quantum forward. Back in the 90s, we built Hitech City in Hyderabad. Now we are building Quantum Valley in Amaravati. The world moved from internet to AI. Now it's time for Quantum," said Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu.
He underscored the integration of Quantum computing in sectors like governance, personal medicine, vaccine production, aerospace, drones, and education.
Delivering the keynote, Nara Lokesh reflected on his father's visionary role in bringing IT to India and charted the next course for the Quantum Age.
"Today marks a new chapter. I was in 7th class when CM Naidu launched the IT revolution. Now, I am honoured to lead the Quantum movement in Andhra Pradesh," he said
He announced that Amaravati will soon host the IBM-2 Quantum Computer with 156 qubits, making it the first of its kind in South Asia. Lokesh stressed on the need for a Quantum-ready workforce, and urged premier institutions like IITs to co-develop curriculum for future quantum engineers.
"This is not just about joining the race-we want to leapfrog ahead. Amaravati Quantum Valley will generate over 1 lakh jobs and many more in research and innovation," he said.
Lokesh shared his own experience as a Stanford graduate and World Bank intern, saying even he needed to consult ChatGPT to understand Quantum. "We are all students. But what matters is our willingness to learn, adapt, and lead," he said, echoing his father's lifelong philosophy.
State IT secretary Bhaskar Katamneni, emphasised that the Amaravati Quantum Valley initiative represents a leap forward for India's Deep Tech leadership, supported jointly by the Centre and the State.