Vijayawada, June 30 (PTI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu declared on Monday that a quantum computing center would commence operations in Amaravati by January 1, 2026, ushering in the state's ambitious "quantum valley" initiative.
Speaking at the Amaravati Quantum Valley Workshop in Vijayawada, Naidu emphasized the critical need for quantum computing, underscoring the significance of establishing a robust ecosystem and identifying pertinent use cases.
"Quantum computing is the need of the hour. By January 1, the quantum computing center will be operational in Amaravati. This marks the beginning of the quantum valley," Naidu stated, expressing his vision to develop Amaravati into a hub akin to Silicon Valley in the United States.
From January 1, 2026, the quantum valley is anticipated to operate with 100 real-time use cases spanning governance, health, and industry sectors.
Andhra Pradesh is determined to transform Amaravati, its greenfield capital, into South Asia's premier quantum valley, with the Chief Minister unveiling his ambitious vision to cultivate Amaravati into a global capital for quantum technologies.
Naidu noted that quantum computing will be pivotal in propelling the state's technological landscape forward.
"Today, we are going to announce the Amaravati Declaration. This will take the initiative to its logical conclusion. I assure you, time and again, that any hurdle I will resolve it. I will sort it out," Naidu said, directed towards investors and stakeholders in the quantum computing sector.
With backing from the Government of India, the TDP chief affirmed that no obstacles would impede Andhra Pradesh's quantum valley aspirations.
Naidu also highlighted that prominent national and international quantum computing experts attended the workshop, expressing optimism that "everything is possible" as they advance.
He advised international companies to seize the quantum valley opportunity, warning that missing it would imply missing out forever, describing it as a win-win situation.
"It is a win-win situation. All ecosystem players, I am requesting you to join us for this great momentum. I don’t have any doubt, we will achieve it. India should become a player, not a participant. All international companies, I am telling you, if you miss now, you will miss forever. Nobody can venture missing India," he insisted.
Earlier, IT Minister Nara Lokesh announced that Amaravati is set to host the IBM-2 Quantum Computer with 156 qubits, making it the first of its kind in South Asia.
Lokesh highlighted the necessity for a Quantum-ready workforce and urged premier institutions like IITs to collaborate in developing a curriculum for future quantum engineers.
"This is not just about joining the race—we want to leapfrog ahead. Amaravati Quantum Valley will generate over one lakh jobs and spur further research and innovation," he asserted.
Subsequently, Bhaskar Katamaneni, Secretary, IT, Government of Andhra Pradesh, read out the ‘Amaravati Quantum Declaration,’ which aims to shape India's quantum and deep tech future, establishing targets for infrastructure, talent development, R&D ecosystems, and industrial collaboration, among other objectives.
Moreover, Andhra Pradesh plans to integrate quantum computing and Artificial Intelligence into the education curriculum from 2025-26, reaching nine lakh students.
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