India's Quantum Leap: Celebrating World Quantum Day 2024 and the National Quantum Mission
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | World Quantum Day 2024 |
| Date | April 14, 2024 |
| Significance | Global initiative to raise awareness and appreciation of quantum science and technology |
| India's Initiative | National Quantum Mission (NQM) launched in 2023 |
| NQM Outlay | Rs 6003.65 Crore |
| Duration | 8-year program |
| Objective | Develop India as a global leader in Quantum Technology (QT) and its applications |
| Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) | 1. Quantum Computing2. Quantum Communication3. Quantum Sensing & Metrology4. Quantum Materials & Devices |
| Governance | Mission Governing Board (MGB) chaired by Dr. Ajai Chowdhry |
| Assistance | Mission Technology Research Council (MTRC) chaired by Principal Scientific Adviser to GoI |
| Focus Areas | Quantum Cryptography, Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) |
| Key Figures | Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood (India's Principal Scientific Adviser) |