IBM and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) have joined forces to advance the quantum computing sector in India, specifically within the Quantum Valley Tech Park being established in Amaravati, the state capital of Andhra Pradesh.
At the core of the tech park will be an IBM Quantum System Two, featuring a 156-qubit Heron quantum processor, which will be the largest quantum computer in India. TCS will play a crucial role in developing algorithms and applications aimed at addressing various challenges faced by both Indian industries and academic institutions.
Participants at the Quantum Valley Tech Park will have the opportunity to collaborate with TCS to utilize IBM’s cloud-based quantum computing resources. Upon completion, the facility will provide access to the IBM Quantum System Two equipped with the advanced 156-qubit Heron processor.
The capabilities offered by IBM’s quantum computers, along with Qiskit software and additional resources, aim to empower India’s burgeoning ecosystem of innovators in academia and industry. This initiative will explore how quantum computing can help tackle significant challenges, particularly those aligned with the objectives of the Andhra Pradesh government.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with the state of Andhra Pradesh to implement our latest IBM Quantum System Two at the Quantum Valley Tech Park,” stated Jay Gambetta, vice president of IBM Quantum. “Our partnership with TCS is designed to draw in the nation’s vibrant network of developers, scientists, and industry experts to create innovative algorithms and applications.”
TCS intends to develop quantum applications across various sectors, including life sciences, materials science, supply chain resilience, energy optimization, cryptography, and sustainable manufacturing.
“Hybrid architectures are essential for solving complex computing issues, with quantum computing acting as a key driver,” remarked Harrick Vin, chief technology officer at TCS. “Our Hybrid Computing strategy is paving the way for a revolutionary software layer that intelligently distributes programs across existing systems—such as CPUs, GPUs—and emerging computing models like quantum.”
Furthermore, the Andhra Pradesh government aims to foster a quantum ecosystem that integrates research, access to quantum computers, and industrial applications to generate jobs, attract skilled professionals, and invite international investments.
“Our National Quantum Mission aims to position India as a global center for the quantum industry,” declared Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. “The Quantum Valley Technology Park symbolizes a significant leap forward for India’s industry and academia in accelerating the realization of our mission’s objectives.”
