In a landmark move for India’s technology landscape, the Government of Andhra Pradesh will launch the country’s first quantum computer in Amaravati on April 14, 2026, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced.
Speaking at a roundtable with representatives from the quantum hardware manufacturing ecosystem in Amaravati, Naidu said the state is emerging as a key player in the National Quantum Mission, with Amaravati set to become a future-ready global innovation hub.
He urged stakeholders to collaborate in building a self-reliant quantum ecosystem, reduce dependence on imports, and position India as a global leader in quantum technology.
The state government is also focusing on promoting startups, innovation, and research partnerships to develop “Made in Amaravati” quantum products. Naidu said the goal is to make Andhra Pradesh one of the top 5 global quantum hubs by 2030.
As part of this vision, the proposed Amaravati Quantum Valley will include advanced infrastructure with 8 dedicated towers for quantum computing, research, innovation, and startups. Skill development programmes are also being introduced to train youth in quantum technologies.
The government has already signed MoUs with 15 companies, out of which 7 have started operations at Medha Towers in Vijayawada.
The roundtable saw participation from representatives of the National Quantum Mission, IBM, Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, Centre for Development of Telematics, Defence Research and Development Organisation, Naval Science and Technological Laboratory, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, along with industry leaders and academic experts from Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati and Indian Institute of Technology Madras.
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