IBM, TCS, Andhra Pradesh Plan India's Largest Quantum Computer in Amaravati

IBM, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and the government of Andhra Pradesh have announced a partnership to build India’s largest quantum computer at the new Quantum Valley Tech Park in Amaravati. The centerpiece will be an IBM Quantum System Two with a 156-qubit Heron processor, aiming to advance India's quantum computing capabilities in line with the National Quantum Mission. The initiative is designed to foster industry-academic collaboration, with TCS and IBM focusing on developing quantum algorithms and applications across sectors such as life sciences, materials science, energy, cryptography, and sustainable manufacturing. Researchers, industry experts, and academic institutions will gain access to IBM’s quantum systems via the cloud to drive innovation and address complex national challenges. The Andhra Pradesh government expects the project to create high-end jobs, attract global talent, and accelerate India’s emergence as a global quantum technology hub. Leaders from all parties emphasized the project’s potential to position Andhra Pradesh and India at the forefront of the global quantum revolution.