Cabinet approves National Quantum Mission (NOM)

Cabinet approves National Quantum Mission (NOM)

Recently the Union Cabinet has approved Rs 6,003 crore for the National Quantum Mission (NOM) for the period from 2023-24 to 2030-31.

  • The fund will be used to finance research and development in the field of quantum computing technology and its related applications.
  • With this, India has become the seventh country in the world to have a dedicated quantum mission. Other countries besides India are: United States of America, Austria, Finland, France, Canada and China.
  • NOM will be implemented by the Department of Science and Technology in partnership with other departments.

Objectives of NOM –

  • The mission will develop high-sensitivity magnetometers for nuclear systems and clocks. This will help in accurate timing, accurate communication and navigation.
  • The mission will aid in the design and synthesis of quantum materials such as superconductors and the fabrication of quantum devices.
  • This mission will strengthen the national priorities (like Digital India, Make in India, Skill India, Self-reliant India etc.).

Key Deliverables under NOM

  • The mission will develop intermediate-scale quantum computers with a capacity of 50-1000 physical qubits in 8 years. These computers will be developed on a variety of platforms such as superconducting and photonic technology.
  • A satellite-based secure quantum communication network will be set up between ground stations within a range of 2,000 km in the country.
  • Long distance secure quantum communication facility will be established with other countries.
  • Four thematic hubs will be set up in top academic and national R&D institutions in the areas of ‘Quantum Computing’, ‘Quantum Communications’, ‘Quantum Sensing and Metrology’ and ‘Quantum Materials and Devices’.
  • Quantum technology (QT) is an area of physics. It complies with the principles of Quantum Mechanics (QM).
  • QM describes the behavior of matter and energy at the atomic/subatomic level, where the classical laws of physics do not apply.

Benefits of NOM –

  • It will help in launching, nurturing and expanding scientific and industrial R&D.
  • QT based economic growth will accelerate.
  • A vibrant and innovative ecosystem will be created in the field of Quantum Technology (QT).
  • This will help in making India a leading country in the development of QT and its useful products.

Source – The Hindu

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