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National Quantum Mission
In one line: The National Quantum Mission, approved by the Union Cabinet on 19 April 2023, aims to build Indian capability in quantum technologies with an outlay of ₹6,003.65 crore from 2023-24 to 2030-31.
Targets
- Intermediate-scale quantum computers with 50 to 1,000 physical qubits in eight years.
- Inter-city quantum key distribution over 2,000 km within India.
- Work across four thematic hubs: quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum sensing and metrology, and quantum materials and devices.
Why it is in the news
Research such as RRI's single-shot control of decoherence addresses the main barrier to the Mission's computing goals: keeping qubits coherent long enough to be useful. RRI, founded by C.V. Raman in 1948, is an autonomous institute funded by the Department of Science and Technology.
Where to go next
- Qubits and superposition
- Decoherence and entanglement sudden death
National Quantum Mission in the news
- India demonstrates a 5.56 km free-space quantum key distribution link in Gandhinagar 4 October 2026
India's funded plan for quantum computing, communication and sensing.
- RRI scientists show a well-timed single operation can delay quantum decoherence 15 September 2026
India's plan, money and targets for quantum technology.
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