Andhra govt approves Amaravati Quantum Computing Centre to host IBM QIC

Andhra govt approves Amaravati Quantum Computing Centre to host IBM QIC

By PTI
Publication Date: 2026-06-08 08:17:00

Amaravati, Jun 8 (PTI) The Andhra Pradesh government has approved the AQCC to host an IBM QIC, IT Secretary Bhaskar Katamneni has said.

IBM QIC can participate in the IBM Quantum Network (IQN), which include academic institutions, industry clients, startups and other partners advancing quantum computing.

As part of the network, Quantum Innovation Centers (QIC) serve as hubs for research and capacity building. Boeing, Wells Fargo and Cleveland Clinic are among several IQN partners.

Katamneni said the Amaravati Quantum Computing Centre (AQCC) will host IBM QIC within its institutional framework in accordance with the terms and conditions agreed between the parties.

“AQCC is permitted to host an IBM Quantum Innovation Centre within its institutional framework. IBM QIC hosted within AQCC may participate in the IBM Quantum Network and associated educational, research, innovation and ecosystem programmes of IBM Quantum,” he said in a…