India Pitches Collaboration in Quantum Computing to Moscow India is actively seeking international partners, particularly Russia, to advance its quantum computing capabilities and achieve its National Quantum Mission targets by 2030-31. The country aims to establish a comprehensive quantum ecosystem, including developing quantum computers and secure communication networks. India is committed to a leadership role through researcher mobility, startup partnerships, and joint innovation efforts.

• India is seeking global partners, specifically Russia, for collaboration in advanced computing technology, particularly quantum computing.
• The goal is to achieve the objectives of India’s $730 million National Quantum Mission (NQM) by 2030-31.
• The NQM aims to create a complete national quantum ecosystem, including quantum computers, communication networks, and quantum materials.
• Four technology hubs have been established in India (IIT Madras, IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, and Bengaluru) to drive human resource development, training, and international collaboration.
• India plans to develop its own quantum computers by 2031, capable of enhancing applications in drug discovery, cybersecurity, AI, and climate modeling.
• The country also plans satellite-based secure quantum communications within India and long-distance secure quantum communications with other nations.
• Russia unveiled its first 50-qubit quantum computer prototype in December 2024.
• A recent high-level Indian minister’s visit to Russia also highlighted potential collaboration in AI and quantum computing.