🔬 India Approves National Quantum Mission Implementation Plan

🧭 Thematic Focus:

Science and Technology | Innovation | Strategic Sectors

🌟 Introductory Glimpse:

With an eye on future technological supremacy, India has approved the Implementation Plan for the National Quantum Mission (NQM). The mission aims to position India among the top quantum-technology nations by investing in quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum sensing, and quantum materials research.

🛤️ Key Highlights:

• National Quantum Mission Implementation Plan officially greenlit.
• Focus areas: Quantum Computers, Quantum Communication Infrastructure, Quantum Sensors, and Quantum Materials.
• Four thematic hubs (T-Hubs) to be established in premier academic and research institutions.
• Targets development of 50–100 qubit quantum computers over the next few years.
• Strengthens India’s role in next-generation strategic technologies.

📜 GS Paper Mapping:

• GS Paper 3: Science and Technology | Emerging Technologies | Strategic Programs

🪄 A Thought Spark — by IAS Monk:

“When the tiniest tremors of possibility are heard, civilizations awaken to a deeper science of existence.”