In a significant stride towards establishing India as a global leader in quantum technology, Honorable Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the selection of eight pioneering start­ups for support under the National Quantum Mission and the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS). 

The selected start-ups i.e. QNu Labs, QPiAI India Private Ltd., Dimira Technologies Pvt. Ltd., PrenishQ Pvt. Ltd., QuPrayog Pvt. Ltd., Quanastra Pvt. Ltd., Pristine Diamonds Pvt. Ltd., and Quan2D Technologies Pvt. Ltd., will drive innovation in quantum technologies. 

• Domains of selected quantum start-ups: QNu Labs (Bengaluru): Advancing quantum communication by developing end-to-end quantum-safe heterogeneous networks
• QPiAI India Private Ltd. (Bengaluru): Building a superconducting quantum computer, marking a milestone in quantum computing
• Dimira Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (IIT Bombay): Focusing on indigenous cryogenic cables essential for quantum computing
• PrenishQ Pvt. Ltd. (IIT Delhi): Developing precision diode-laser systems vital for the sector’s growth.
• QuPrayog Pvt. Ltd. (Pune): Innovating optical atomic clocks and related technologies in quantum sensing and metrology
• Quanastra Pvt. Ltd. (Delhi): Developing advanced cryogenics and superconducting detectors
• Pristine Diamonds Pvt. Ltd. (Ahmedabad): Creating diamond materials for quantum sensing
• Quan2D Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (Bengaluru): Advancing superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors

These start-ups were meticulously chosen after a rigorous evaluation process, reflecting their alignment with NQM’s vision of fostering cutting-edge research, innovation, and industrial applications to place India at the forefront of quantum technology on the global stage. 

Dr. Singh emphasized India’s commitment to leading the global quantum revolution and highlighted the role of these start-ups in shaping the nation’s technological future.