IT giants TCS and IBM will deploy India’s largest quantum computer in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, as part of the upcoming Quantum Valley Tech Park project.
The deets: a quantum computer is a super-powerful machine that uses quantum physics to process information. It solves problems way faster than regular computers like cracking codes or simulating molecules.
The tech park in Andhra Pradesh will feature an advanced IBM quantum computer. It’s called Quantum System Two and runs on a 156-qubit Heron processor. This will be India’s most powerful quantum computer yet.
The 156-qubit Heron processor is the brain of the quantum computer, it can handle super complex calculations using 156 quantum bits.
In simple terms, more qubits = more brainpower, and 156 qubits means this machine can solve problems regular computers can’t even begin to touch.
Why TCS: the company will play a key role in driving India’s applied quantum research. It will focus on real-world use cases across industries like healthcare, materials science, energy, cryptography, and manufacturing, areas where traditional computers fall short.
The goal is to create smart solutions that give India an edge by tackling problems that are just too tough or slow for regular computers to handle.
At the Quantum Valley Tech Park, TCS will connect the dots between research labs, industry players, and academic institutions, tapping into IBM’s quantum hardware and know-how. With its deep roots in enterprise tech and innovation, TCS is well-positioned to turn cutting-edge science into scalable, practical applications.
Think of it as India’s quantum R&D engine, and TCS is in the driver’s seat.
Zoom out: this initiative aligns with India’s National Quantum Mission to position the country as a global hub for quantum technology.
India launched its National Quantum Mission in April 2023 with a budget of ₹6,003 crore. This was to make the country a global leader in quantum science and technology by 2031. India plans to set up four thematic hubs across the country, each one focused on a different quantum vertical. These hubs will bring together researchers, startups, academia, and industry to fast-track innovation.
The Quantum Valley Tech Park in Amaravati, backed by IBM and TCS, is one of the first major infrastructure bets to translate policy into physical innovation hubs.
If successful, this could turn India from a research-heavy player into a product and platform powerhouse in the quantum era.
