Karnataka invites global collaboration to build $20 billion quantum economy

BENGALURU: The government of Karnataka has unveiled a roadmap to transform the state into a $20-billion quantum economy by 2035, with Bengaluru positioned as a major global hub for quantum research, innovation, and industry.

Speaking at the Swissnex Quantum Summit 2025 in Geneva, science and technology minister NS Boseraju invited global partners to collaborate with Karnataka in advancing the quantum ecosystem. “Karnataka believes the future belongs to collaborative innovation. We invite researchers, institutions, and industries worldwide to join hands with us in shaping the next era of quantum technologies,” he said.

The minister presented Karnataka’s strategy to strengthen research infrastructure and talent under India’s National Quantum Mission. He highlighted the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), which has set up a Quantum Research Park supporting more than 55 projects and 13 startups, while training more than 1,000 professionals annually. The State has also sanctioned an additional Rs 48 crore to bolster this initiative, he said.

Boseraju recalled the success of the Quantum India Summit 2025 held in Bengaluru earlier this year, which drew over 2,000 researchers, entrepreneurs, and two Nobel laureates. At the event, the govt had announced a Rs 1,000-crore allocation for comprehensive quantum development and confirmed land allotment for ‘Q-City’ — Karnataka’s proposed quantum technology zone .

At the Geneva summit, Boseraju unveiled a concept video of Q-City Phase One, showcasing plans for a dedicated campus integrating R&D facilities, manufacturing units, incubators, and collaborative workspaces to accelerate quantum innovation from lab to market.

Boseraju said Bengaluru — the Silicon Valley of India — is ready to lead global partnerships in quantum research, innovation, and commercialisation.