From Our Correspondent
Amaravati: Even before the construction of Quantum Valley towers begins, Amaravati has seen the early rollout of quantum services and industry participation, signalling rapid momentum in Andhra Pradesh’s deep-tech ambitions.
Over 20 companies have started operations from Medha Towers in Gannavaram as an interim arrangement, employing nearly 150 professionals. Firms including IBM, TCS, L&T Mindtree, PwC, Quant AI Global, QuBits, Quindar, Wiser and Naval Science & Technology Laboratories are focusing on quantum algorithms, security, drug discovery, post-quantum readiness for banks, and indigenous quantum processors.
The state government has also signed MoUs with 15 companies to attract investments in quantum hardware, software, sensing, secure communications and bio-foundry applications. Six of these agreements are specifically aimed at quantum hardware development, aligned with the National Quantum Mission.
TCS has already rolled out online quantum cloud services, while IBM has operationalised its innovation centre in Amaravati. Skill development remains a key pillar, with Wiser committing to train 35 lakh learners in phases, and IBM planning global training for quantum AI and cybersecurity, including 10 lakh youth from Andhra Pradesh.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu said Amaravati would play for deep tech the same role Hyderabad’s Hitec City played for the IT revolution, adding that technology adoption would determine long-term economic leadership.
With quantum computing, AI and frontier technologies converging, Amaravati is being positioned as a long-term anchor for India’s quantum future.