The team from the National Quantum Mission (NQM) participated in the India Mobile Congress (IMC) in October 2024, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. As part of IMC, The Quantum Advantage Summit was hosted by the Department of Science & Technology (DST), bringing together key stakeholders driving India’s advancements in quantum technology. 

The summit witnessed the presence of eminent dignitaries, including Dr. Ajai Chowdhry, Chairman, Mission Governing Board, NQM; Prof. Ajay K Sood, PSA to Gol; Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, DST; Dr. Jay Gambetta, Vice President, IBM – Quantum and other thought leaders from industry and academia. 

Discussions focused on India’s quantum roadmap, the role of Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) under NQM, and industry-academia collaborations in quantum computing, communication, and materials research. The event reaffirmed India’s commitment to accelerating its quantum ecosystem, fostering innovation, and strengthening global partnerships.