Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced on Saturday that quantum computing operations will officially begin in Amaravati on February 3, 2027, through a collaboration with IBM, TCS, and L&T. The announcement came during the Pan-IIT Andhra Pradesh Summit 2026 held at Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Kala Vedika in Vijayawada, according to thehindu.com.
Amaravati Quantum Launch Date Set for February 2027
The upcoming launch transitions Andhra Pradesh from a consumer of technology into a producer and exporter of quantum hardware systems. Even before the arrival of a scheduled 156-qubit quantum system, quantum testbeds have already begun functioning in Amaravati.
As part of this rollout, mini quantum test labs have also been established. A lab named Q-Shiva and comprising five quantum computers was formally inaugurated at the summit.
Establish Venture Fund to Support Deep-Tech Startups
To support the state’s goal of becoming a global knowledge hub, a Pan-IIT World Council will be established in Amaravati. This body will guide curriculum reforms, foster startups, provide mentorship, and build what Mr. Naidu described as the world’s largest network of academics.
The state government announced a ₹500 crore venture fund corpus specifically dedicated to promoting deep-tech startup companies. Additional measures introduced at the summit include a Global IIT Mentor Network, an IIT Technology Transfer Pipeline, and a DeepTech Policy Package.
Target Supplying Fifty Lakh Artificial Intelligence Professionals
The state aims to supply 50 lakh artificial intelligence professionals, aligning with a national target set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to prepare 1 crore AI professionals across the country. The government also intends to foster entrepreneurial skills in students starting from the high school level with assistance from the Pan-IIT Council.
The Pan-IIT AP event was organized by PanIIT Alumni India. Key figures in attendance included Pan-IIT Alumni India chairman Prabhat Kumar, vice-chairman Amitabh Ranjan, Pan-IIT AP Summit chair Swadeep Pillarisetti, and secretary of ITE&S Department of GoAP Katamneni Bhaskar.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Pan-IIT Andhra Pradesh Summit
When do quantum computing operations start in Amaravati?
Quantum computing operations are scheduled to commence in Amaravati on February 3, 2027, in collaboration with IBM, TCS, and L&T.
What is the Q-Shiva lab?
Q-Shiva is a mini quantum test lab comprising five quantum computers that was inaugurated by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu during the summit in Vijayawada.
What is the size of the deep-tech venture fund announced at the summit?
The Andhra Pradesh government announced the creation of a ₹500 crore venture fund corpus to promote deep-tech startup companies in the state.
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