Archive · 17 Jun 2025
Maharashtra to Train Professors in Quantum Computing
Maharashtra is teaching professors about super-fast computers called quantum computers.
Over 500 teachers will learn how these computers work.
This is part of a plan to make schools better and use new technology.
They hope this will help students learn more modern skills and help Maharashtra become a leader in technology and education.
Maharashtra will train over 500 professors in quantum computing.
The initiative aims to enhance higher education and build academic capacity.
Training aligns with National Education Policy 2020 and 'Developed India 2047' vision.
The program will be implemented with i-Hub Quantum Technology Foundation and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University.
The goal is to make Maharashtra a global leader in education, technology, and industry.
- Who
- The Maharashtra Higher and Technical Education Department.
- What
- Maharashtra is launching a quantum computing training initiative for over 500 professors.
- When
- Announced on Tuesday, June 17, 2024 (as reported).
- Where
- Maharashtra, India
- Why
- To enhance higher education and academic capacity in emerging technologies.
- Initiative Name
- Quantum Computing Initiative for Maharashtra
- Target Group
- Over 500 professors
- Focus
- Quantum computing and related technologies
- Collaborators
- i-Hub Quantum Technology Foundation, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University
- Alignment
- National Education Policy 2020
Sources
Cabinet nod for Maharashtra Agriculture-Artificial Intelligence policy 2025-29
Maharashtra Minister Chandrakant Patil Announces Quantum Computing Training For Over 500 Professors To Boost Tech Education Under NEP 2020