The event took place on Thursday, 31 July, at The Hilton, Embassy Manyata Business Park, Bengaluru.
Published Jul 31, 2025 | 1:39 PM ⚊ Updated Jul 31, 2025 | 1:39 PM
Siddaramaiah at the Quantum India Bengaluru- 2025. (X)
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the Quantum India Bengaluru 2025, noted that the event marks Karnataka’s leadership in quantum science and technology.
The event took place on Thursday, 31 July, at The Hilton, Embassy Manyata Business Park, Bengaluru.
Siddaramaiah noted that the event, organized by the Department of Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka, in partnership with IISc’s Quantum Technology Initiative (IQTI)and supported by the National Quantum Mission, is a milestone in India’s quantum journey.
Welcoming the Nobel laureates, scientists, industry experts, and delegates from India and abroad to this summit, the chief minister said, “Our vision is to make this platform a global hub for collaboration, innovation, and real-world quantum applications. Today, I proudly declare: Karnataka is ready, India is ready, and together, we will lead the world into the quantum era.”
He further added, “Karnataka has long been India’s technology and innovation capital, with strengths in IT, biotechnology, and research. Bengaluru’s legacy as a knowledge hub makes it the ideal host for this summit. The theme – ‘Building a Quantum Ecosystem: Qubits to Society’ – reflects our commitment to translating quantum research into solutions for healthcare, defense, finance, and governance.”
“As the world celebrates 2025 as the International Year of Quantum, I am proud to unveil Karnataka’s Quantum Vision 2035, an ambitious roadmap aimed at building a $20 billion quantum economy. This vision focuses on generating high-skilled jobs, nurturing industries, and advancing cutting-edge research that delivers tangible benefits to society.”
“To realize this, we are launching the Karnataka Quantum Mission (KQM), supported by a ₹1,000 crore fund dedicated to research and development, skilling programs, infrastructure development, and startup support. A Quantum Technology Task Force will be established to steer policy and strategic direction, while new quantum parks, manufacturing zones, and Q-City—our integrated quantum innovation hub—will drive technological advancement. Q-City is envisioned to position India as a global quantum leader, much like how Bengaluru once emerged as a pioneer in the IT revolution,” he added.
Siddaramaiah named the five key pillars to ensure Karnataka leads India’s quantum revolution:
He further added that, by 2035, they aim to create 10,000 high-skilled jobs and establish Karnataka as the Quantum Capital of Asia.
Answering how does quantum benefit common citizens?, Siddaramaiah said,
“Globally, nations are advancing rapidly in quantum computing, cryptography, and sensing technologies. In this competitive landscape, India is making significant strides through the National Quantum Mission, with Karnataka proudly leading the way.”
“With premier institutions like IISc, world-class research centers, and a thriving startup ecosystem, Karnataka is uniquely positioned to drive India’s quantum revolution. But this is more than just a policy roadmap—it is a call to action. I invite scientists, entrepreneurs, and the youth to build, scale, and export quantum innovations from Karnataka to the world. Let this summit spark fresh ideas, foster powerful partnerships, and fuel groundbreaking innovations that accelerate India’s quantum excellence.”
“I urge industry leaders to invest in Karnataka’s quantum ecosystem and engage deeply with our academic and research institutions. To our scientists and students, I say this: the future is quantum, and Karnataka is your playground. Together, let us transform India into a global quantum superpower. I wish everyone an inspiring, productive, and forward-looking conference here in Bengaluru—India’s City of Innovation.”
