India Launches Tech Park to Compete in Quantum Computing Race

Quantum computing is rapidly progressing from theory to commercial reality, driven by both tech giants and innovative startups developing new chip designs and error-correcting techniques. The global race for quantum supremacy is intensifying, as companies and nations seek to leverage the technology for breakthroughs in medicine, cybersecurity, logistics, and materials science. India is investing heavily in research parks, workforce training, and indigenous startups to establish itself as a leader in the field, aiming to contribute novel quantum algorithms and applications. However, restrictive export controls by the U.S., EU, and China are exacerbating a divide, potentially locking the Global South out of access to cutting-edge quantum hardware and deepening technological inequality. The United Nations has declared 2025 the ‘International Year of Quantum Science and Technology,’ highlighting both the promise of quantum-powered solutions and the geopolitical competition shaping its development.