Dr. Ajai Chowdhry
Chairman, Mission Governing Board
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The governance structure of the National Quantum Mission (NQM) has been strategically designed to ensure effective oversight, coordination, and execution of its objectives. The mission is led by a high-level Mission Governing Board (MGB). A Mission Coordination Cell (MCC) functions as the central coordinating agency, working in close collaboration with the Mission Secretariat at Department of Science & Technology, implementing agency for the National Quantum Mission. This robust governance framework ensures that NQM remains mission-driven, innovation-oriented, and implementation-focused
Mission Governance Framework:
Mission Governing Board (MGB)
Strategic oversight and implementation guidance
Mission Technology Research Council (MTRC)
Technical advisory and research direction
Mission Coordination Cell (MCC)
Central coordination and interface with stakeholders
Mission Secretariat (MS)
Administrative and operational support to the mission
Together, this robust governance framework ensures that NQM remains mission-driven, innovation-oriented, and implementation-focused.
Mission Governing Board
The Mission Governing Board (MGB) serves as the apex decision-making authority of the National Quantum Mission (NQM), providing strategic direction and oversight. Chaired by Dr. Ajai Chowdhry, co-founder of HCL Technologies, the MGB comprises eminent scientists, industry leaders, and senior government officials. Its primary responsibilities include approving mission strategies, monitoring progress, and ensuring alignment with national priorities.
Dr. VK Saraswat
Member (S&T), NITI Aayog, New Delhi
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Prof. Ajay K Sood
Chairman, Mission Technology Research Council (MTRC)
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Prof. Abhay Karandikar
Secretary, Department of Science and Technology (DST)
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Shri S. Krishnan
Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
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Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty
Secretary, Department of Atomic Energy
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Dr. V. Narayanan
Secretary, Department of Space
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Dr. Neeraj Mittal
Secretary, Department of Telecommunication
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Dr. Samir V Kamat
Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman, DRDO
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Dr. Manoj Govil
Secretary, Department of Expenditure
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Prof. Rajat Moona
Director, IIT Gandhinagar
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Dr. Pradeep Kumar Khosla
Chancellor, University of California, San Diego
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Shri. Vishvajit Sahay
Financial Advisor, DST
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Dr. Akhilesh Gupta
Sr. Advisor, DST
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Sh. Avtar Singh Sandhu
Chief Controller of Accounts, DST
Dr. Ekta Kapoor
Head, Frontier and Futuristic Technologies (FFT) Division, DST
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Dr. JBV Reddy
Head, QT Cell & Mission Director Scientist
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The Mission Technology Research Council (MTRC) functions as the scientific advisory body to the NQM, offering guidance on research priorities and technological advancements. It operates under the leadership of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India. The MTRC oversees the Mission Coordination Cell (MCC) and plays a crucial role in evaluating proposals for funding under the mission. By providing expert insights, the MTRC ensures that the mission's research and development activities maintain scientific rigor and relevance.
Prof. Ajay K Sood
Chairman, Mission Technology Research Council (MTRC)
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Secretary, Department of Science and Technology (DST)
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Financial Advisor, DST
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Sr. Advisor, DST
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Head, Frontier and Futuristic Technologies (FFT) Division, DST
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Head, QT Cell & Mission Director Scientist
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The Mission Secretariat operates under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and is responsible for the administrative and operational aspects of the NQM. It coordinates with various stakeholders, including government agencies, research institutions, and industry partners, to facilitate the mission's objectives.
Dr. JBV Reddy
Head, QT Cell & Mission Director Scientist
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A dedicated Mission Coordination Cell (MCC) has been established at IIT Kanpur. The MCC facilitates the activities under the National Quantum Mission and ensures seamless collaboration across various stakeholders to accomplish mission objectives. MCC connects Thematic Hubs with ministries, national agencies, industries, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders and beneficiaries of the mission, enables effective monitoring, while connecting NQM with other national initiatives like Digital India, Make in India, Skill India, Start-up India, Self-Reliant India, and Missions like National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber Physical Systems (NM-ICPS) and National Super Computing Mission (NSCM).
Prof. Manindra Agrawal
Director/Professor
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