Is 'Andhra's Quantum Valley' the new IT magnet, surpassing Hyderabad? IBM, TCS to power Amaravati quantum

India is set to make a giant leap in quantum computing with a major partnership between IBM and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). Together, they’re bringing India’s largest quantum computer, powered by a 156-qubit IBM Heron processor, to the upcoming Quantum Valley Tech Park in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh.

This groundbreaking initiative supports India’s National Quantum Mission, a government-led push to turn the country into a global quantum tech leader. The quantum system, called IBM Quantum System Two, will be the centerpiece of the tech park and is designed to power research, development, and innovation in quantum computing across India.

TCS will play a leading role in developing real-world quantum applications in industries such as:

Life sciences

Materials science

Energy and sustainability

Cryptography

Supply chain optimization

Advanced manufacturing

“This partnership will help solve some of the most complex problems we face, both as a nation and globally,” said N. Chandrababu Naidu, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. “With IBM, TCS, L&T, and others, we’re building a future-ready ecosystem of innovation and high-tech jobs.”

IBM’s Jay Gambetta, VP of IBM Quantum, said the deployment of their most advanced quantum system in India, combined with the country's National Quantum Mission, “could drive the next critical milestone — achieving quantum advantage.”

TCS’s Chief Technology Officer, Dr. Harrick Vin, emphasized the company's strategy of hybrid computing — blending classical and quantum systems — to develop a software layer that intelligently divides computing tasks for maximum performance. “We’re excited to work with IBM and the Andhra Pradesh government to solve complex problems and boost economic growth,” he said.

Once complete, members of the Quantum Valley Tech Park will have access to IBM’s quantum resources, including cloud-based quantum systems and tools like Qiskit — a software development framework for quantum programming.

The ultimate goal: to create a thriving quantum ecosystem that connects government, academia, and industry — while attracting top talent and global investment to India’s cutting-edge tech hub.