Hans News Service Vijayawada

AndhraPradesh is set to take a major leap in emerging technologies with the launch of the Amaravati Quantum & AI Innovation Center (AQAIC) on June 18. The initiative, being established under the Amaravati Quantum Valley programme in collaboration with IBM, aims to create India’s largest organised quantum problem-solving network and accelerate the development of real-world quantum computing applications.

Designed to bridge the gap between industry challenges and academic innovation, AQAIC will serve as a platform where industry, academia and technology experts collaborate to develop advanced quantum solutions for complex problems across multiple sectors. Under the initiative, industry partners will provide high-value problem statements requiring advanced computational approaches, while professors and students from engineering institutions will work on developing quantum algorithms and practical use cases. IBM will provide technical expertise, access to its quantum ecosystem, including Qiskit, certification pathways, mentoring and research support.

A key strength of the programme is its extensive statewide network of 380 Quantum Innovation Cells established in engineering colleges across Andhra Pradesh. The network brings together more than 3,000 professors and students, making it one of the largest coordinated quantum talent development initiatives in the country. Through AQAIC, this network will function as a unified innovation platform, transforming real-world challenges into quantum-powered solutions while nurturing skilled talent, intellectual property and applied research. The centre is expected to drive innovation in sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, financial services, energy, agriculture and public services.