Archive · 4 Oct 2026
Naidu unveils plan to make Amaravati global deep-tech hub
Andhra Pradesh wants Amaravati to become a place where people build advanced technology.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced five small quantum-computing systems called Q-Shiva.
The state says quantum operations are expected to start in February next year.
A larger 156-qubit system is being set up with IBM, TCS and L&T.
A new council will connect IITs, universities, businesses and start-ups.
A Rs 500-crore fund will help support new technology businesses.
The plans also cover areas such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, space and defence.
The state hopes these efforts will create more research, jobs and high-value manufacturing.
Andhra Pradesh plans to develop Amaravati as a global deep-tech and knowledge hub.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu unveiled five Q-Shiva quantum computers and a 4 Kelvin Processor at the Pan-IIT AP 2026 Summit in Vijayawada.
Quantum operations in Amaravati are expected to begin in February next year, including a planned 156-qubit system involving IBM, TCS and L&T.
The state and Pan-IIT Alumni India established the permanent Pan-IIT Amaravati Council to coordinate deep-tech development and technology transfer.
A Rs 500-crore venture fund will support deep-tech start-ups, with plans to incubate at least 50 by 2030.
- Who
- The Andhra Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, and Pan-IIT Alumni India.
- What
- A plan to build Amaravati into a deep-tech hub, including Q-Shiva quantum computers, a permanent council and a Rs 500-crore venture fund.
- When
- Announced at the Pan-IIT AP 2026 Summit; quantum operations are planned to begin in February next year.
- Where
- Amaravati and other locations in Andhra Pradesh; the summit was held in Vijayawada.
- Why
- To develop deep-tech, support start-ups and technology transfer, and expand technology, entrepreneurship and high-value manufacturing in Andhra Pradesh.
- Venture fund
- Rs 500 crore for deep-tech start-ups, innovation and investments.
- Quantum computers unveiled
- Five Q-Shiva systems, described as mini quantum-testing laboratories.
- Additional processor
- A 4 Kelvin Processor was unveiled alongside the Q-Shiva systems.
- Planned quantum system
- A 156-qubit system is being established jointly by IBM, TCS and L&T.
- Council network
- The Pan-IIT Amaravati Council plans to connect 23 IITs and 25 innovation hubs with universities, industry and start-ups.
- Start-up target
- Incubate at least 50 start-ups by 2030.
- AI target
- Andhra Pradesh aims to produce 50 lakh AI experts.