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Andhra Pradesh has laid the foundation stone for the Amaravati Quantum Valley (AQV) project.
Amaravati Quantum Valley (AQV) project:
Location: Uddandarayunipalem village, Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) AQV is envisioned as India’s first integrated quantum ecosystem. Major Technology Partners:
- IBM India
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
- Larsen & Toubro (L&T)
Key Facilities under AQV:
QChipIN
- India’s largest open quantum testbed
- Expected completion within 12 months
Quantum Innovation Centre
- Joint initiative by IBM & TCS
- Acts as a research and development hub
Quantum Reference Facility
- To be established by SRM University
- Focus on academic research and training
Cryogenic Component Facility
- Investment: ₹200 crore by Amber Group
- India’s first facility for quantum cryogenic components
