Ministry of Science and Technology approves quantum teaching facilities at 23 institutions under National Quantum Mission

Key facts

• The Union government approved establishing quantum teaching facilities or laboratories in 23 academic institutions across India under the National Quantum Mission.
• 100 more institutions are under consideration for similar facilities to support advanced research and training in emerging quantum technologies.
• The decision was disclosed during a joint monthly meeting of secretaries of science ministries and departments led by Minister Jitendra Singh.
• Principal Scientific Adviser Ajay Kumar Sood attended the meeting.
• The meeting reviewed preparations for the next PSLV mission expected later this year and upcoming satellite launches.
• Plans for launching the next navigation satellite for the Navy around May were discussed.
• A large technology exhibition is proposed in New Delhi from May 11 to 13 for National Technology Day celebrations.
• The exhibition is expected to bring together over 3,000 stakeholders and showcase more than 500 technologies and innovations.
• The Department of Science and Technology is examining updates to manpower guidelines for project staff to align with the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) framework.