IIIT Dharwad to deploy India's first commercial quantum computer, says Karnataka IT/BT minister Priyank Kh - The Economic Times
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SynopsisThe Indian Institute of Information Technology, Dharwad (IIIT-D), will deploy India's first commercial quantum computer at its newly announced Centre for Excellence in Quantum AI and Computing, said Karnataka IT/BT Minister Priyank Kharge.Listen to this article in summarized format ListenETtechThe Indian Institute of Information Technology, Dharwad (IIIT-D), will deploy India's first commercial quantum computer at its newly announced Centre for Excellence in Quantum AI and Computing, said Karnataka IT/BT Minister Priyank Kharge. IIIT-D and QpiAI, a Bengaluru-based deeptech startup, had signed an MoU in July 2025 to deploy quantum computing in IIIT-D. Speaking at a meeting on Wednesday with the startup, the minister said the government is committed to advancing the state's quantum roadmap in collaboration with such companies." The deployment of India's first commercial quantum computer at IIIT-D marks a significant milestone in our journey to build a world-class quantum ecosystem," Kharge said in a statement. "Through collaboration with companies like QpiAI, we commit to advancing Karnataka’s quantum roadmap while ensuring that cutting-edge technology translates into real impact."Founded in 2019 by Nagendra Nagaraja, QpiAI combines quantum computing and AI for enterprise applications in manufacturing, pharma, and transportation, among others. Nagaraja told Kharge in the meeting that the company will scale quantum computing capacity to 1,000-qubits in the next two to three years, from 25 qubits. The company further said that the state will be a key hub for them in advanced quantum research, talent development, and industry collaboration.In July 2025, Karnataka had launched a Rs 1,000 crore quantum mission that aims to support startups and quantum skilling.Masterclasses byAgentic AI Masterclass Learn Agentic AI for 10X Growth.Be an ET Certified AI professional24 & 25 Jan (Weekend) | Live OnlineEnroll NowLimited Seats Lefts!AI BootCamp For Students Make your child future-ready with AIGet Certified by The Times of India8 Days | Live Online Enroll NowOnly 7% Seats Left Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now!Read more news onquantum computerIIIT DharwadQpiAIquantum AI and ComputingKarnataka governmentIT/BT Minister Priyank KhargeIndian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad(Catch all the Technology News News, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.)...moreAdd CommentElevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea.Disclosing AI revenue: Finding a best practice between Accenture’s U-turn and TCS debutThis MF manager neither looks at co earnings nor PEHell of a run: How Buffett philosophy made a JP Morgan exec an ultrarunnerAs AI takes centre stage, a behind-the-scenes tech is quietly powering the boomHow an appellate order may be turning clock back on corporate governanceBuy right in 2026 & sit quietly till early 2029: 12 large-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 33%Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 35%ET Prime Special: Investing lessons from Warren Buffett - Part 2. Navigating a transformative phase.