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The Hindu
5 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
IBM signs LoI to drive Maharashtra's quantum initiatives
IBM has signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with the Government of Maharashtra to identify opportunities of support for the state's quantum initiatives. According to IBM, the LoI outlines areas of exploration that may include providing insight, knowledge, and expertise the state may use to help craft its own quantum initiative, and contributing to the development of the state's quantum ecosystem through workshops and other skills development efforts. Through collaboration with IBM, the state wouldharness quantum innovation to transform lives, while building a skilled talent pool to democratise its benefits and make them accessible to every citizen of the state, he added. 'IBM welcomes the opportunity to engage with the Government of Maharashtra on advancing quantum computing skills in the state, in alignment with the country's National Quantum Mission, and vision of Viksit Bharat,' said Sandip Patel, Managing Director, IBM India and South Asia. IBM also opened its IBM India Client Experience Centre in Mumbai designed to support Indian enterprises to harness the full potential of emerging technologies. Inaugurating the centre, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said, 'With AI, quantum computing, and semiconductors, we are building a Viksit Maharashtra and Viksit Bharat. These technologies can accelerate sustainability and efficiency across sectors, creating new opportunities for growth and progress.' The centre would also offer immersive experiences across IBM's full portfolio such as AI, including the watsonx platform, data and automation, cybersecurity, hybrid cloud, and consulting-led transformation, the company said.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
IBM unveils new India Client Experience Centre in Mumbai and announces plans to support Government of Maharashtra's Quantum Initiatives
Today, IBM (IBM: NYSE) announced the opening of the company's new IBM India Client Experience Center in Mumbai. As part of the facility's mission to support Indian enterprises' use of AI, hybrid cloud, and quantum computing, the company has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Government of Maharashtra to identify opportunities of support for the state's quantum initiatives. The LOI outlines areas of exploration that may include providing insight, knowledge, and expertise the state may use to help craft its own quantum initiative, and contributing to the development of the state's quantum ecosystem through workshops and other skills development efforts. Inaugurating the center, Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra said, 'With AI, quantum computing, and semiconductors, we are building a Viksit Maharashtra and Viksit Bharat. These technologies can accelerate sustainability and efficiency across sectors, creating new opportunities for growth and progress. Through our collaboration with IBM, we will harness quantum innovation to transform lives, while building a skilled talent pool to democratize its benefits and make them accessible to every citizen of the state.' Hans Dekkers, General Manager, IBM Asia Pacific said, 'IBM India Client Experience Centre reinforces our commitment in helping advance India's journey in AI, hybrid cloud, and quantum computing. Our interest in helping the Government of Maharashtra build their own vibrant quantum ecosystem exemplifies our commitment.' 'IBM welcomes the opportunity to engage with the Government of Maharashtra on advancing quantum computing skills in the state, in alignment with the country's National Quantum Mission, and vision of Viksit Bharat,' said Sandip Patel, Managing Director, IBM India and South Asia.
Hans India
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Dy CM Ajit Pawar urges citizens to participate in 'Viksit Maharashtra 2047' survey
Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Tuesday appealed to citizens to participate in the state government's initiative to create a Vision Document for 'Viksit Maharashtra @2047'. In his statement in the Assembly and Council, he said after successfully implementing the 100-day program, the state government has announced a 150-day campaign from May 6 to October 2, 2025. A key focus of this initiative is the creation of a 'Vision Document for Viksit Maharashtra @2047'. He urged all MLAs, Divisional Commissioners, District Collectors, and Zilla Parishad CEOs to encourage citizens to actively participate in the 'Viksit Maharashtra - 2047' survey. 'To formulate the vision, long-term goals (Maharashtra @2047), medium-term goals (Maharashtra @75), and short-term objectives have been defined. For drafting the Vision Document, 16 sectoral working groups have been established. "The development plan is based on four pillars: Progressive, sustainable, inclusive, and good governance for balanced regional development. "A statewide citizen survey is currently being conducted from June 18 to July 17, to gather public opinion, expectations, aspirations, and priorities,' said Dy CM Pawar. He appealed to all legislators to promote the survey through social media, public meetings, and community engagements and called on all divisional and district-level administrative heads to mobilise citizens. The survey is accessible via a QR code and link available on the official Maharashtra Government website, and responses can be submitted through a WhatsApp chatbot. Earlier, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that the 150-day phase for the administrative reform programme will go on till October 2. The programme will integrate technology-driven initiatives across government departments to shape the 'Viksit Maharashtra 2047' blueprint. "The initiative will involve collaboration among 16 key departments —agriculture, education, health, rural development, urban development, land, water, infrastructure, finance, industries, services, welfare, security, soft power, technology, and human resources — each working on short and long-term goals, challenges, and strengths," said the chief minister. The vision document will be developed across three phases: 2029, 2035, and 2047. Key focus areas will include improving Ease of Living through better office services, enhancing Ease of Doing Business by simplifying business services, and promoting Government to Government coordination for seamless inter-departmental functioning, he said.
India Gazette
03-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
CM Devendra Fadnavis directs all departments to prepare vision document for 'Viksit Maharashtra 2047'
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 3 (ANI): Maharashtra Government's Planning Department has issued a resolution for all its departments, directing them to prepare a vision document for the subject 'Viksit Maharashtra 2047 vision document.' This will be on the lines of the Union Government's scheme of Viksit Bharat 2047 as outlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has set a 150-day time period from May 6 to October 2, to prepare the document, which will primarily focus on a phase-wise vision. The first phase includes a long-term vision or plan for developed Maharashtra by 2047. The midterm phase includes vision or plans to prepare a plan for Maharashtra 2035, when state will complete its 75 years of its foundation. The third phase includes short term plan to prepare a vision document for October 2029, when the present government will complete its five years term. Earlier in May, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 10th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog at Bharat Mandapam where he said that all the states should work together to make India a developed country and achieve the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. Prime Minister Modi said that we should commit to developing every state, every city, and every village, and only then would we be able to make the country a Viksit Bharat. The meeting was attended by Chief Ministers and Lieutenant Governors, representing 24 states and seven Union Territories. This year, the theme for the meeting was 'Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat@2047'. The meeting commenced with a minute of silence in remembrance of the victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The Prime Minister also asked NITI Aayog to study the suggestions of States and UTs made during the meeting. He said the 10th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog is a milestone of its 10 years of journey which defines and outlines the vision for 2047. PM Modi observed that the Governing Council Meetings have helped in nation building and it has emerged as a platform for joint action and shared aspirations. He expressed confidence that India is progressing on the path to fulfil the vision of Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat @2047 through the power of cooperative federalism. (ANI)
Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Fadnavis asks BJP workers to get ready for local bodies polls
Local bodies elections including for Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation are likely to be held in September and October, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis indicated on Friday. Addressing a gathering of BJP workers at Sangli, Fadnavis said, 'I urge party workers to get ready for the local bodies elections. After the Supreme Court directive, the decks for polls have been cleared. As recommended by the court, polls will have to be held within four months.' Emphasising the importance of local bodies elections, Fadnavis said, 'If you have one government at the Centre, state and local bodies, it helps in development work as there is uniformity and coordination. The policies and its implications are expedited and benefit the people and respective districts/state/local bodies.' 'In the first 100 days, we focussed on systematic changes in administration. Nearly 1,200 offices undertook exercise of cleanliness, record maintenance, completing pending works, addressing the basic amenities etc… For the next 150 days, we have given new targets focussed on e-governance. The people should get all their problems/work resolved through e-governance mechanism which would be operated through WhatsApp. Along with it, we have taken up the Viksit Maharashtra for Viksit Bharat. In the first phase we will chalk out the roadmap for 2029. And then 2035. Our emphasis is on building strong institutions. We believe the governance should not be adversely impacted by change of parties,' he said. 'There should be institutional mechanism which should continue for Maharashtra welfare irrespective of change of governments,' he said.
