VIJAYAWADA: In a significant development towards positioning the State as the leader in the Quantum technology sector, the government has ratified the three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with IBM, TCS, and L&T on the Quantum Valley Project. Orders to this effect were issued on Friday.
The Andhra Pradesh Quantum Valley Project aims to establish India’s first dedicated hub for quantum computing and technology in Amaravati. Scheduled for inauguration on January 1, 2026, this project aims to position Andhra Pradesh and India as global leaders in this cutting-edge field.
Inspired by the success of Hyderabad’s HITEC City, a similar hub in Amaravati is conceived with a focus on quantum technologies.
As part of this, the State government engaged with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and International Business Machines (IBM) to explore potential partnerships and strategies for establishing a quantum computing hub. These engagements laid the foundation for the formal agreements and the unveiling of the Quantum Valley Project in Amaravati.
In this background, the State government inked pacts with industry giants IBM, TCS, and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) to establish India’s first ‘Quantum Valley Technological Park’ in Amaravati. The MoUs also outline the roles of each partner in building a robust quantum ecosystem.
The MoU with IBM focuses on the establishment of advanced quantum computing infrastructure within the Quantum Valley Park. A key component of this collaboration is the deployment of IBM’s 156-qubit ‘Quantum System Two’, which will be the most powerful quantum computer accessible in India. The partnership with IBM also facilitates access to their quantum expertise, research collaborations, and educational resources, fostering a robust quantum ecosystem within the State.
The MoU with TCS outlines their role in providing comprehensive quantum computing services and solutions. TCS will leverage its extensive research network and hybrid computing strategies to integrate quantum capabilities with classical computing systems. This partnership aims to drive innovation and develop use cases of public relevance across various sectors, including healthcare, finance, and manufacturing, by developing and deploying quantum-enabled applications. TCS will also contribute to talent development in the quantum computing through training and academic collaborations.
The MoU with L&T focuses on utilising its engineering expertise and project management acumen for the project. It will also enable the use of its extensive clientele network to bring new start-ups to the sector.