India's National Quantum Mission (NQM)
The Union Cabinet approved India's National Quantum Mission on April 19, 2023, at a total outlay of ₹6,003.65 crore for 2023-24 to 2030-31. It is implemented by the Department of Science and Technology (DST).
- Implementing agency: Department of Science and Technology (DST), Ministry of Science and Technology
- Budget: ₹6,003.65 crore over 8 years (2023-24 to 2030-31)
- Qubit targets: 20-50 physical qubits in 3 years; 50-100 qubits in 5 years; 50-1,000 qubits in 8 years
- Platforms: Superconducting qubits and photonic technology
- Satellite quantum communication: Secure quantum communication between ground stations over 2,000 km range within India; long-distance secure communication with other countries
- Inter-city Quantum Key Distribution (QKD): Over 2,000 km network
- Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs): 4 hubs established at national R&D institutions/universities covering quantum computing, communication, sensing/metrology, and materials
- Quantum chip fabrication: Two quantum chip and sensor fabs being established at IIT Bombay and IISc Bangalore
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