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New Indian Express
3 hours ago
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- New Indian Express
Andhra Pradesh ready to lead India into Quantum Age: CM Naidu
VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday unveiled an ambitious plan to transform Amaravati into India's first Quantum Valley, dubbing it the second chapter of his technological revolution. The announcement came at the Amaravati Quantum Valley National Workshop in Vijayawada, attended by global experts, industry leaders, and policymakers. The state government announced the establishment of the Quantum Valley Park in Capital city Amaravati, a pioneering initiative being developed in collaboration with IBM, TCS, and L&T. The Chief Minister also inaugurated a startup exhibition, showcasing innovations in quantum computing and allied technologies. Operational from January 1, 2026, the Amaravati Quantum Valley is envisioned as a complete ecosystem for real-time applications in governance, healthcare, manufacturing, aerospace, and pharma. Naidu also launched the 'Amaravati Quantum Declaration,' outlining India's strategy for advancing quantum and deep-tech technologies. Back in the 90s, we built Hi-Tech City in Hyderabad when my son Lokesh was in Class 7. Now, he's leading the next wave, Quantum,' Naidu said. 'We had to fight to deregulate telecom. Today, mobiles are more essential than food. Quantum is the next frontier, not just for adoption, but for leadership.' He said that technology and knowledge are the new tools of power. 'War is outdated. India must lead with collaboration and brainpower. Amaravati will be our launchpad for a global quantum footprint.' Naidu announced that the IBM 156-qubit Quantum System-2 will be installed in Amaravati in partnership with TCS, L&T, IITs, and Tokyo University.
New Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
CM Naidu charts Andhra Pradesh's quantum course to tech leaders, MNCs
VIJAYAWADA: On the eve of the commencement of the Amaravati Quantum Valley National Workshop, Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu hosted a special dinner at his residence on Sunday for top executives from leading international IT and multinational companies (MNCs). During the evening, the Chief Minister outlined his ambitious vision for the Quantum Valley initiative in Amaravati, a first-of-its-kind project in India aimed at propelling advancements in quantum technologies. He emphasised Andhra Pradesh's strategic collaborations with global tech leaders such as IBM, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) to drive this bold endeavour. Among the attendees were several high-profile industry leaders, including V Rajanna, President and Global Head, Technology Business Unit, TCS; Rajiv Kumar, Managing Director, Microsoft India Development Centre; Sridhar Sidhu, Corporate Vice President, AT&T Manish Verma, Head, India Innovation Centre, Warner Bros Discovery Media. Other dignitaries, Suchitra K Ella, Co-Founder and Joint Managing Director, Bharat Biotech; Jennifer Larson, US Consul General in Hyderabad; Dr JBV Reddy, Mission Director, National Quantum Mission; Phani Mitra B, Global Chief Digital and Information Officer, Dr Reddy's Laboratories; Praveen Rao Akkinepally, Country President and Managing Director, AstraZeneca India; representing IBM, Scott Crowder, Vice President for Quantum Adoption, engaged in the discussions. The evening highlighted Andhra Pradesh's intent to lead India's quantum future by nurturing innovation and forging global partnerships.
New Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Amaravati Quantum Valley workshop set to commence today
VIJAYAWADA: The Amaravati Quantum Valley National Workshop is set to commence in Vijayawada on Monday, marking a major milestone in Andhra Pradesh's ambitious push into quantum technology. The event will bring together stakeholders from the IT, pharma, and academic sectors to lay the foundation for the Andhra Pradesh State Quantum Mission, which aims to position the State as a global hub for quantum innovation. The mission is structured in two phases: the first (2025–2027) will focus on infrastructure development, education, and pilot programmes, while the second (2027–2030) will drive commercialisation and exports. The Quantum Valley is set to be inaugurated in Amaravati on January 1, 2026. The State government has allocated Rs 4,000 crore over five years for the development of Quantum Valley, aligning with India's Rs 6,000-crore National Quantum Mission launched in 2023.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Global giants join quantum mission push
Vijayawada: Chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu hosted dinner for top executives from leading international IT and multinational companies visiting the state to attend the Amaravati Quantum Valley National Workshop at his residence on Sunday. The state govt is hosting a national workshop on Quantum Valley in Vijayawada on Monday. The CM highlighted that Andhra Pradesh is taking the lead in advancing quantum technologies through strategic collaborations with global technology giants such as IBM, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Larsen & Toubro (L&T). The gathering included key industry leaders such as V. Rajanna, president and global head, Technology Business Unit, TCS; Rajiv Kumar, MD, Microsoft India Development Center, Sridhar Sidhu, corporate VP, AT&T, and Manish Verma, head of the India innovation center at Warner Bros Discovery Media, Suchitra K. Ella, co-founder and joint MD, Bharat Biotech; Jennifer Larson, U.S. Consul General in Hyderabad; Dr JBV Reddy, mission director, national quantum mission, Phani Mitra B, global chief digital and information officer, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories; and Praveen Rao Akkinepally, country president and MD, AstraZeneca India. Representing IBM, Scott Crowder, vice president for quantum adoption, participated in the discussions. Prof Abhay Karandikar, secretary, department of science and technology, and Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, principal scientific adviser to the Union govt were also present.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
IT Czars attends dinner hosted by AP CM Naidu
N Chandrababu Naidu (ANI) VIJAYAWADA: Chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu hosted a special dinner for top executives from leading international IT and multinational companies visiting the state to attend the Amaravati Quantum Valley National Workshop at his residence on Sunday. The state govt is hosting a national workshop on Quantum Valley in Vijayawada on Monday. The chief minister shared his vision for the development of the pioneering Quantum Valley in Amaravati, a first-of-its-kind initiative in India. He highlighted that Andhra Pradesh is taking the lead in advancing quantum technologies through strategic collaborations with global technology giants such as IBM , Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Larsen & Toubro (L&T). The gathering included key industry leaders such as V. Rajanna, President and Global Head, Technology Business Unit, TCS; Rajiv Kumar, managing director, Microsoft India Development Center, Sridhar Sidhu, corporate vice president, AT&T, and Manish Verma, head of the India innovation center at Warner Bros Discovery Media, Suchitra K. Ella, co-founder and joint managing director, Bharat Biotech; Jennifer Larson, US Consul General in Hyderabad; Dr. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo J.B.V. Reddy, mission director, national quantum mission, Phani Mitra B, global chief digital and information officer, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories; and Praveen Rao Akkinepally, country president and managing director, AstraZeneca India. Representing IBM, Scott Crowder, vice president for quantum adoption, participated in the discussions. Prof. Abhay Karandikar, secretary, department of science and technology, and Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, principal scientific adviser to the union govt were also present at the event. Senior representatives from organizations such as Amazon, HCL, L&T, IIT Madras, IIT Tirupati, and Bank of America, as well as top officials from the state govt took part in the dinner. All guests who attended the evening's gathering will participate in the Amaravati Quantum Valley National Workshop in Vijayawada on Monday, a major step forward in positioning Andhra Pradesh as a global hub for quantum research and innovation.
