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In a bold vision aimed at positioning Andhra Pradesh at the forefront of India’s deep tech revolution, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced the establishment of a world-class Quantum Valley in Amaravati by January 1, 2026. Drawing parallels with the United States’ Silicon Valley, Naidu said, “If the US has Silicon Valley, India will have Quantum Valley in Amaravati.”

Speaking at the Amaravati Quantum Valley National Workshop, Naidu underscored the critical role that cutting-edge technologies like quantum computing, AI, aerospace, and defense will play in shaping the future. The proposed Quantum Valley Park, being developed in partnership with global tech giants IBM, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Larsen & Toubro (L&T), will anchor Andhra Pradesh’s leap into the future.

“Technology must not remain confined to laboratories; it should enhance governance and uplift everyday life,” said Naidu, stressing the importance of integrating next-gen technologies with public services. Reflecting on his earlier stint as CM, Naidu recalled meeting Microsoft founder Bill Gates and pioneering the IT revolution in Hyderabad through public-private partnerships. “Back then, I envisioned India as a global IT hub. Today, I say India will lead in quantum technology — and Amaravati will be its capital,” he asserted.

Highlighting Amaravati’s potential, Naidu invited global and domestic startups to be part of this technological transformation. He also announced that the state would build a complete quantum tech ecosystem, including over 100 pilot projects that apply quantum computing in real-time sectors — from analyzing soil moisture in agriculture to pharmaceutical research, urban governance, and sensor-driven civic monitoring.

Naidu emphasized that Andhra Pradesh is already integrating advanced tools in governance — including real-time data from CCTVs, IoT sensors, wearables, and geo-tagging of homes. “Quantum computing will power faster, deeper analysis of this data for better public service delivery,” he said. The Chief Minister also said that from August 15, 100% citizen services will be delivered via WhatsApp, marking a major milestone in tech-driven governance.

Naidu extended a direct invitation to multinational corporations and startups, “This is the moment to invest. Manufacture in India, innovate in Andhra Pradesh, and grow with Quantum Valley.” He also announced the creation of five Ratan Tata Innovation Hubs across the state and said the government’s new vision includes promoting entrepreneurship in every family through the “One Family, One Entrepreneur” initiative.

He drew attention to the transformation of Hyderabad into a global IT hub under his earlier tenure, stating, “Today, 75% of Telangana’s revenue comes from Hyderabad — built on the foundation of Hi-Tech City. Tomorrow, Amaravati must lead India into the quantum era.”

CM Naidu also entrusted IT Minister Nara Lokesh, a Carnegie Mellon alumnus, with the responsibility of translating this bold vision into reality. “He has the academic grounding and leadership to drive this mission forward,” said Naidu, adding that he considers himself a lifelong student, always learning how to integrate emerging technologies into governance and development.

The workshop showcased a Quantum Computer prototype by IBM and featured emerging startups working in quantum technologies. Naidu, alongside Minister Lokesh, toured the exhibition, signaling strong government backing for deep tech innovation.