From Our Correspondent
Amaravati: The Amaravati-based quantum technology initiative in Andhra Pradesh is being fast-tracked, with government sources outlining a target to train 50,000 students in foundational quantum skills, of whom 3,000 will receive advanced training, and 100 will be groomed as high-level researchers.
Officials say the aim is to establish a permanent talent hub aligned with the National Quantum Mission, supporting research and innovation at scale. More than 108 teaching-lab proposals have been received from industry players, while 1,056 faculty across 197 universities have already been trained.
The state government approved the Amaravati Quantum Valley Declaration earlier this year, committing to infrastructure, supply-chain localisation, and talent development.
Analysts say this initiative places Andhra Pradesh among the first-mover states in deep-tech ecosystems in India, with plans to deploy quantum computing hardware, research clusters and training programmes before January 2026.
With the curriculum redesign already underway (including quantum‐AI courses introduced by AP State Council of Higher Education) and global partners participating, the success of this initiative will hinge on execution, industry collaboration and actual placements.
If realised, Amaravati could become a national nucleus for quantum research, deep-tech talent and innovation exports by 2030.