News: The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IITM), launched the IITM C-DOT Samgnya Technologies Foundation, which will serve as India’s National Hub for Quantum Communication.
About the National Hub for Quantum Communication
- The National Hub for Quantum Communication was established under the IITM C-DOT Samgnya Technologies Foundation.
- The Foundation is located at the IIT Madras Research Park.
- Objectives: The Foundation will lead India’s efforts in quantum secure communication technologies and their deployment.
- Key Focus: Its key focus areas include:
- Quantum Cryptography and Post-Quantum Security
- Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Networks
- Quantum Memory and Repeaters
- Satellite-based Quantum Communication
- Collaboration and Partnerships: The initiative will foster collaboration between academia, industry, and global partners to advance research and implementation in quantum communication.
- Expectations and Goals: The Foundation aims to develop cutting-edge technologies and products within five years, positioning India as a leader in quantum secure communications.
- The focus will be on practical implementations, including pilot deployments of quantum communication technologies.
- The establishment of the National Hub for Quantum Communication underscores India’s commitment to becoming a global leader in quantum technologies, particularly in secure communication systems.
About National Quantum Mission
- The National Quantum Mission aims to advance quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum sensing and metrology, and quantum materials.
- It seeks to build a strong national ecosystem encompassing research and development, infrastructure creation, startup enablement, and human-resource development.
- The Mission aligns with India’s national goals of technological self-reliance, strategic capability building, and global leadership in critical and emerging technologies.
