What is Quantum City to Rising Near Bengaluru?

Karnataka has approved the development of a Quantum City on a 617-acre site near Bengaluru, aiming to establish a $20 billion quantum economy and position India as a global leader in quantum technology.

This initiative, announced by Karnataka’s Minister of Science and Technology, NS Boseraju, marks a significant step towards making Bengaluru a hub for quantum research and innovation, building on its reputation as India’s Silicon Valley

The announcement follows the Quantum India Bengaluru conference, which highlighted the city's potential to lead in quantum technology through global collaboration

Quantum City is envisioned as a comprehensive ecosystem, featuring advanced laboratories, hardware and processor development clusters, and a Quantum High-Performance Computing Data Centre, to foster collaboration among startups, universities, and industry players

The project is part of Karnataka's Quantum Mission, which aims to develop 1,000-qubit quantum processors and applications in various sectors, with a budget of ₹1,000 crore

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah underscores that this initiative is a strategic investment in the state's future, creating opportunities for youth and strengthening Karnataka’s position in the global quantum race

Quantum technology promises to revolutionize fields like drug discovery, cybersecurity, and governance, making QCity a critical player in the global pursuit of quantum advancements

By situating QCity in Bengaluru, Karnataka seeks to leverage the city’s existing strengths in deep-tech startups and global R&D;, attracting international collaborations and high-value jobs

Industry experts believe that such infrastructure could entice global quantum firms to establish operations in India, facilitating knowledge exchange and innovation

The success of Quantum City will depend on securing the right partners, attracting global talent, and sustaining investments, with the world closely watching Karnataka’s ambitious move to shape the quantum future