Marking a major step in advanced technology development, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday inaugurated a quantum reference facility aimed at creating India’s first sovereign hardware ecosystem.
The Amaravati Quantum Reference Facilities (AQRF) were launched on the occasion of World Quantum Day. The setup includes Amaravati 1S at a private college and Amaravati 1Q at Medha Towers.
“The launch of the country’s first quantum reference facility marks a major milestone in India’s journey towards self-reliance in advanced technologies and positions the state as a hub for quantum innovation,” Naidu said.
He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for supporting the Amaravati Quantum Valley initiative, which is part of India’s first open-access quantum facilities. The testbeds will help in testing and certifying quantum devices and strengthening capabilities in emerging technologies.
The facility will provide access to quantum systems for researchers, industry players, and students, enabling innovation and development. Naidu said quantum technology will drive future innovation, just as electricity powered industrial growth and the internet shaped the digital era.
The systems were developed within 8 months using indigenous technology. Naidu said this reflects India’s growing independence in strategic sectors. The initiative also aligns with the Swarna Andhra 2047 vision, where deep technology is a key focus.
The state plans to train 45 lakh people in AI, quantum technologies, and cybersecurity in collaboration with educational institutions.
Developed under the Amaravati Quantum Valley initiative, the systems are India’s first indigenously built open-access quantum computers, designed, assembled, and tested within the country using a multi-institution supply chain.
AQRF will serve as a national testing platform for quantum hardware, enabling validation, benchmarking, and certification under real conditions. It addresses a global challenge where access to quantum systems is limited and expensive.
The facility allows direct access to components such as processors, cryogenic systems, amplifiers, and control electronics. Around 85% of components are manufactured in India, marking the first time a full-stack quantum system has been built domestically.
The project involves a consortium including TIFR, IISc, DRDO, and others. It enables testing at temperatures close to -273°C to activate qubits and ensure performance.
Unlike imported systems, AQRF offers full visibility and hands-on access, supporting research, innovation, and workforce development. It will also help create standards and certification frameworks for quantum technologies.
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