The mission will be led by Chief Minister Naidu, with key oversight from the IT Minister, Chief Secretary, IT Secretary, Finance Secretary, a dedicated Mission Director, and an expert committee.
Published Jun 10, 2025 | 8:36 AM ⚊ Updated Jun 10, 2025 | 8:36 AM
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said that the Quantum Valley to be set up in Amaravati on the lines of Silicon Valley in the US. (X)
Synopsis: Andhra Pradesh unveiled an ambitious vision to transform Amaravati into India’s premier hub for quantum technology. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu directed officials to ensure meticulous attention to every detail of Quantum Valley’s development.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has unveiled an ambitious vision to transform Andhra Pradesh’s capital city, Amaravati, into India’s premier hub for quantum technology, drawing inspiration from Silicon Valley’s global tech dominance.
Taking part in a high-level review meeting of the Andhra Pradesh State Quantum Mission (SQM) at the State Secretariat in Velagapudi in Amaravati on Monday, 9 June, Naidu said that Quantum Valley should become a beacon of innovation in quantum technologies and artificial intelligence (AI).
The meeting, attended by Information Technology (IT) sector experts, focused on developing a robust ecosystem for Quantum Valley in Amaravati, with plans to position Andhra Pradesh as a global leader in this transformative field.
Naidu announced that a pivotal workshop on the Quantum Mission will be held in Amaravati on 30 June to chart a strategic roadmap for this initiative.
He directed officials to ensure meticulous attention to every detail of Quantum Valley’s development, particularly stressing the creation of an iconic architectural structure to symbolise the project’s ambition.
“Just as Hyderabad’s HITEC City became a landmark of progress in the 1990s, Quantum Valley’s building must stand as a global icon of innovation,” Naidu said, underscoring the need for aesthetic and functional excellence.
The Andhra Pradesh State Quantum Mission is designed to be in line with India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM) while establishing Andhra Pradesh as a pioneer in quantum research and application. During the review, officials presented a comprehensive action plan outlining the mission’s objectives:
The mission will focus on four key areas: Quantum Computing, Quantum Communication, Quantum Sensing & Metrology, and Quantum Materials & Devices.
With an estimated investment of ₹4,000 crore over the next five years, the initiative aims to create quantum-based public infrastructure, positioning Andhra Pradesh as a pilot state for such advancements.
The mission will unfold in two phases:
The mission will be led by Chief Minister Naidu, with key oversight from the IT Minister, Chief Secretary, IT Secretary, Finance Secretary, a dedicated Mission Director, and an expert committee. The government plans to appoint a Director for the Quantum Mission in the coming weeks to ensure streamlined execution. IBM will anchor the mission.
The Quantum Valley project has already gained significant momentum through strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed with IBM, TCS, and L&T in May 2024. These partnerships are pivotal to the development of the Quantum Valley Tech Park, set to be inaugurated on 18 January 2026.
The TCS will provide quantum software services and access to 43 research centres across 17 states, while L&T will construct the iconic infrastructure, including the Quantum Valley Tech Park.
The state government has allocated 54 acres of land in Amaravati, with the project’s Detailed Project Report (DPR) already approved by the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA).
The Quantum Valley is expected to house India’s first quantum computing ecosystem, fostering collaboration among academia, startups, and industry leaders. Inspired by Hyderabad’s HITEC City, the project aims to replicate and surpass its success by focusing on quantum technologies, AI, cybersecurity and drug discovery.
The upcoming Quantum Summit on 30 June 2025 will bring together representatives from diverse sectors, including IT, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, healthcare, universities, colleges, startups, and innovators.
The summit aims to draft strategic action plans for integrating quantum computing, AI, and emerging technologies into Andhra Pradesh’s economic and social fabric. Global experts will participate to ensure the mission will be in compliance with international standards and attract global talent and investments.
(Edited by Muhammed Fazil.)
