Karnataka has announced plans to develop India’s first dedicated “Quantum City” at Hesaraghatta, positioning the state to lead the country’s next major leap in advanced science and deep-tech innovation. The vision was introduced at the Bengaluru Tech Summit by N. S. Boseraju, Minister for Minor Irrigation, Science and Technology.
The launch comes at an opportune moment, as 2025 has been marked globally as the International Year of Quantum Science. For Karnataka, it signals a clear intent to build long-term leadership in a field expected to reshape computing, security, communication, and advanced materials.
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A ₹1,000-crore push to build a quantum ecosystem
At the heart of the plan is the Karnataka Quantum Mission, backed by an investment of ₹1,000 crore. Through this initiative, the state aims to build a complete quantum-technology pipeline — from research and fabrication to cloud services, product development, and skilled talent.
According to the government, Karnataka is well-positioned to develop quantum technologies that can eventually be deployed and exported globally. Bengaluru’s existing concentration of research institutions, semiconductor expertise, and deep-tech startups gives the state a head start in building this emerging sector.
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What the proposed Quantum City will include
The Quantum City is envisioned as an integrated hub that brings together research, infrastructure, manufacturing, and industry collaboration under one umbrella. Key components planned in the blueprint include:
1. Advanced laboratories supporting research in quantum computing, materials, and emerging quantum sciences
2. A dedicated Quantum Hardware Park to accelerate quantum-chip and hardware production
3. Cryogenic testing and precision-measurement facilities essential for quantum devices
4. Quantum cloud infrastructure and specialised data clusters
5. A deep-tech startup zone designed to support high-potential ventures
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The idea is to create an end-to-end environment where quantum innovations can move seamlessly from labs to market-ready solutions.
Investments in fabrication and global partnerships
The state cabinet has also approved funding of ₹1,136 crore for a Quantum Supremacy Centre in Bengaluru, focused on quantum chip fabrication. This investment places Karnataka among the few regions globally attempting to build advanced quantum hardware capabilities.
The government has indicated that several international organisations are already in discussions for collaboration. One of the proposals includes establishing a joint Swiss–Karnataka Quantum Collaboration Centre, which would bring global expertise into the ecosystem and support cross-border research.
The wider goal is to make Bengaluru a leading global destination for quantum technology — strengthening India’s scientific foundation while creating high-value jobs and next-generation industries.
