NEW DELHI: In celebration of World Quantum Day on April 14, India has launched its International Technology Engagement Strategy for Quantum, laying the groundwork for international collaboration as the world gears up for the UN-designated International Year of Quantum Science and Technology in 2025.
The strategy was unveiled by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, aiming to position the country as a key global player in shaping the future of quantum science and technology.
Quantum technology is revolutionising fields such as healthcare, computing, logistics, and supply chain resilience, offering futuristic solutions and significant commercial potential. India’s strategic plan outlines how domestic and international stakeholders can align their efforts with India’s National Quantum Mission.
Ajay Kumar Sood, India’s Principal Scientific Adviser, said the strategy “provides a foundational landscape” for collaboration and is intended to help shape global standards for quantum development. “India aims to be an active player in the International Year of Quantum Science and contribute meaningfully to international standardisation efforts in this transformative field,” he added.
The announcement comes as UNESCO marked World Quantum Day by highlighting the technology’s growing impact on global innovation. “Quantum technologies are driving some of the most exciting breakthroughs of the 21st century,” said UNESCO, “transforming how we understand the universe.”
With 2025 set to highlight breakthroughs in quantum innovation, India’s early move signals its ambition to lead global efforts in research, development, and commercialisation of quantum technologies.
As international cooperation becomes critical in this fast-evolving field, India’s proactive approach ensures it has a seat at the table — helping guide policy, standards, and innovation in the quantum era.
