A public spat has erupted between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh over who can truly claim credit for hosting India’s first indigenously developed quantum computer.
On Wednesday, Karnataka’s Science and Technology Minister N S Boseraju refuted Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu’s recent assertion that Amaravati would unveil the nation’s first homegrown 8-qubit quantum system by November, in collaboration with QpiAI.
Responding firmly, Boseraju stated, “Let’s base our pride on facts.” He clarified that India’s first operational indigenous quantum computer, a 25-qubit machine named INDUS, was already active in Bengaluru since April 2025. Developed by QpiAI, INDUS is currently delivering real-time quantum solutions across sectors including healthcare, defence, finance, and scientific research.
While Naidu had taken to X (formerly Twitter) to announce Andhra’s upcoming breakthrough, Boseraju emphasized that Karnataka’s quantum efforts are well ahead. He also highlighted the Quantum Research Park at IISc Bengaluru, backed by ₹48 crore for phase two expansion.
Taking a pointed dig at Andhra’s claim, Boseraju urged leaders to celebrate tech progress responsibly, not competitively. “Karnataka is not only spearheading India’s quantum journey but also positioning itself as a global innovation hub,” he added.
Adding momentum, Boseraju announced the first-ever India Quantum Summit in Bengaluru on July 31 and August 1, where a detailed roadmap for Karnataka’s quantum future will be launched by CM Siddaramaiah and Dy CM D K Shivakumar.