Why is it in the news?
Institutions approved for quantum labs under the mission.
Category: S&T
Important Points:
● Launched by Department of Science and Technology
● Outlay of ₹6,003 crore (2023–2031)
● Aims to make India leader in quantum technologies
● Focus areas: computing, communication, sensing and materials
● Quantum computers target 50–1000 qubits
● Secure communication over 2000 km using QKD
● Development of atomic clocks and magnetometers
● Implemented via hub-and-spoke model
● Linked with Digital India and Make in India