India, Aug. 1 -- India is making a coordinated push in the field of quantum technology through the National Quantum Mission (NQM), a large-scale initiative with a budget of Rs. 6,003.65 crore over eight years. This was stated by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, in a written response to the Rajya Sabha on 31 July 2025.

The mission, executed by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), has established four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) focused on different aspects of quantum technology: Quantum Computing, Quantum Communication, Quantum Sensing & Metrology, and Quantum Materials & Devices. These hubs operate with 14 Technical Groups across 17 states and 2 Union Territories. Their wo...