Military Quantum Mission Policy Framework released to integrate quantum technologies into tri-services

Key facts

• Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan released the 'Military Quantum Mission Policy Framework' to integrate quantum technologies into the tri-services.
• The framework covers four pillars: quantum communication, quantum computing, quantum sensing and metrology, and quantum materials and devices.
• It aims to prepare the armed forces for future battlefields and achieve technological dominance.
• The document aligns with the National Quantum Mission, of which the defence forces are an integral part.
• The Ministry of Defence stated the framework will guide the incorporation of quantum technology through joint efforts of all three services.
• The release event was attended by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, and Chief of the Integrated Defence Staff Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit.