The centre is expected to work in partnership with universities, startups, and research institutions to drive innovation in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, materials, agriculture, logistics, and cybersecurity.
Published Jul 09, 2025 | 7:23 PM ⚊ Updated Jul 09, 2025 | 7:23 PM
The initiative is projected to create thousands of jobs, provide skilling opportunities for students and researchers.
Synopsis: The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has approved the establishment of the Amaravati Quantum Computing Centre (AQCC), as part of an ambitious plan to make the state a global quantum technology hub. The AQCC, to be set up as a government company, will host physical quantum computing hardware from international firms and foster innovation in critical sectors through collaboration with academia and industry.
In a significant move to position Andhra Pradesh as a global player in cutting edge quantum computing technology, the State Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, on Wednesday, 9 July, approved the formation of the Amaravati Quantum Computing Centre (AQCC) in the state capital.
The decision follows deliberations at the Amaravati Quantum Valley Workshop held on 30 June 2025, which was attended by international quantum computing companies, scientists, and experts.
The AQCC will be set up as a government company under the Information Technology, Electronics & Communications Department. It will invite global quantum firms to install physical quantum computing hardware in Amaravati.
The centre is expected to work in partnership with universities, startups, and research institutions to drive innovation in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, materials, agriculture, logistics, and cybersecurity.
Information and Public Relations Minister K Parthasarathi, who briefed the media on the Cabinet decisions, said the state expects investments of ₹4,000 crore in the Quantum Valley, which will be developed on 50 acres in Amaravati.
Andhra Pradesh aims to host South Asia’s first quantum computing system by 1 January 2026, positioning itself as a global hub for quantum technology.
The initiative is projected to create thousands of jobs, provide skilling opportunities for students and researchers, and support indigenous technology development.
The Cabinet ratified the establishment of the World Economic Forum – AP Centre for Energy and Cyber Resilience in Amaravati, in collaboration with the WEF’s Global Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) Network.
With a ₹36 crore budget over three years, the centre will focus on energy and cybersecurity initiatives, aimed at enhancing the state’s global profile in these critical sectors.
The Cabinet also approved the Andhra Pradesh Space Policy 4.0 (2025–30), aimed at positioning the state as a leading hub in India’s space sector.
The policy will encourage space technology, satellite development, and commercial space activity through collaboration with ISRO, private players, and academic institutions.
Proposed infrastructure includes space parks, launch pads, and R&D centres. Business policies will be simplified, and subsidies offered to attract investment. Training programmes will be rolled out to build skills in space research, promoting innovation and job creation.
Separately, the Cabinet approved an ordinance amending the Andhra Pradesh Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1963, to reduce the Green Tax on commercial goods vehicles by ₹1,500 to ₹3,000.
The rollback of the previous government’s hikes is expected to benefit 9,56,429 vehicle owners, particularly truck operators under financial stress.
Labour reforms also moved forward, with the Cabinet endorsing amendments to Sections 23 and 73 of the Andhra Pradesh Shops and Establishments Act, 1988, aimed at reducing compliance burdens and promoting deregulation, as approved in an earlier Cabinet meeting.
The Cabinet approved an allocation of ₹524.70 crore for completing a residential complex for MLAs, MLCs, and All India Services officers at Nelapadu in Amaravati.
The multi-storied complex will comprise 432 residences across 18 buildings, each with stilt plus 12 floors. The project will be executed under a lump sum contract, with a two-year Defect Liability Period.
The Cabinet ratified the actions of the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) Commissioner in finalising the tenders for the works, paving the way for faster execution.
The Cabinet sanctioned ₹286.20 crore for desilting the Krishna River and the foreshore of the Prakasam Barrage.
The APCRDA will carry out the work on behalf of the Water Resources Department, following guidelines from the National Green Tribunal, the new sand policy, and Supreme Court directions. A tender committee will supervise the process, while the District Level Standing Committee will certify the quantity of sand excavated for payment purposes.
To support farmers in Chittoor district, the Cabinet approved the procurement of 6.50 lakh tonnes of Totapuri mangoes at a support price of ₹4 per kg, with a total outlay of ₹260 crore.
Additionally, it sanctioned ₹14.884 crore for procuring 2,976.76 tonnes of unsold cocoa beans at ₹50 per kg, providing relief to cocoa farmers.
The Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Marketing Federation Ltd. (AP MARKFED) was authorised to raise an additional ₹1,000 crore through loans backed by a government guarantee. The funds will be used to meet working capital needs for the Rabi 2024–25 operations and to settle outstanding dues to farmers. The federation’s share capital was also increased from ₹10 crore to ₹20 crore.
Separately, in a push to strengthen aviation infrastructure, the Cabinet approved a government guarantee for the Andhra Pradesh Airports Development Corporation Ltd (APADCL) to obtain a ₹1,000 crore loan from HUDCO.
The funds will support the development of airports in Kuppam, Dagadarthi, Srikakulam, and Amaravati, provide Viability Gap Funding for the Kuppam Airport, and help clear APADCL’s outstanding liabilities. These projects are expected to improve regional connectivity and draw investments to the state.
To support pharmaceutical manufacturing, the Cabinet approved modifications to the proposed Bulk Drug Park in Nakkapalli, Anakapalli district.
This includes acquiring an additional 790 acres of land to compensate for the area transferred to AMNS India (AMNSI) for an integrated steel plant. The Cabinet also approved the exemption of stamp duty and registration fees for transferring 2,001.80 acres to the AP Bulk Drug Infrastructure Corporation.
Incentives will be extended to units within the park, in line with guidelines set by the central government.
The Cabinet also gave the green light for creating dedicated Land Acquisition Units in Nellore district to speed up land procurement for key projects, including a BPCL petroleum refinery, a solar cell manufacturing unit by Indosol Solar, and Phase II of the Ramayapatnam Port.
The Cabinet approved the continuation of 71 water resources projects, lifting earlier financial restrictions, and sanctioned ₹22.50 lakh for urgent repairs to the sluices of the Right Main Canal under the Rallapadu Medium Irrigation Project in Nellore district. The works, to be carried out on a nomination basis, are intended to ensure an uninterrupted water supply to farmers.
To strengthen rural water access, the Cabinet cleared the formation of the Andhra Pradesh Jal Jeevan Water Supply Corporation under the Companies Act, 2013. The new entity will mobilise ₹10,000 crore in loans to meet the state’s share under the Jal Jeevan Mission.
The initiative aims to supply 55 litres per capita per day of clean drinking water to rural households, urban local bodies, and industries. The project is expected to improve public health and generate industrial opportunities.
In a humanitarian move, the Cabinet approved an amendment to Section 4 of the Andhra Pradesh (Regulation of Appointment to Public Services) Act, 1994, to offer government employment as a Junior Assistant to T Veeranjineyulu. His father, Thota Chandraiah, was killed in a politically motivated attack in 2022.
The family, from the BC-B (Perika) community in Palnadu district, lives in extreme poverty, with an annual income of ₹80,000. The appointment is aimed at providing livelihood support.
The Cabinet also extended the Landless Poor Pension to 1,575 families affected by land acquisition for the development of Amaravati as the capital city. Given their unique situation, income criteria and validation processes have been waived.
(Edited by Dese Gowda)
