India has taken a decisive step in strengthening its indigenous quantum technology capabilities with the inauguration of the Quantum Technology Research Centre (QTRC) at Metcalfe House, Delhi. The facility, launched by DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V Kamat, is poised to drive advancements in quantum sensing, secure communications, and post-quantum cryptography, reinforcing India’s position as a leader in next-generation defense technologies.
Equipped with state-of-the-art experimental platforms, QTRC will focus on critical quantum domains, including laser characterization, single-photon source testing, and Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) techniques, enabling ultra-secure communication vital for national security in the post-quantum era.
Spearheaded by the Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), the center will also develop an Ultra-Small Atomic Clock for precise timekeeping in GNSS-denied environments, an Atomic Magnetometer for ultra-sensitive magnetic field detection, and solid-state quantum devices designed for advanced defense applications.
As a key stakeholder in the National Quantum Mission, DRDO remains committed to fostering sovereign quantum innovation. The inauguration, attended by senior scientists and dignitaries, underscores India’s strategic vision to lead in quantum technologies, ensuring secure, autonomous defense capabilities for the future.
