The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), the Department of Telecommunications’ premier research and development institution, has entered into a strategic partnership with Synergy Quantum India to jointly develop quantum communication technologies tailored for drone-based applications.
Synergy Quantum is a deep-technology enterprise with a focus on advancing quantum science and engineering. This collaboration is in alignment with the Government of India’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, aimed at promoting self-reliance through the development of indigenous, secure, and advanced communication technologies.
The partnership will focus on the design and deployment of quantum communication solutions optimized for aerial platforms, with specific use cases in secure data transmission. According to the official statement, the collaboration will also involve joint development of research proposals for domestic and international grant opportunities, as well as the publication of research findings through academic journals, technical white papers, and other professional forums.
C-DOT’s Chief Executive Officer, Rajkumar Upadhyay, emphasized the strategic significance of the alliance, stating, “The convergence of public sector research capabilities and private sector innovation is critical to establishing a secure and self-sustaining digital ecosystem. Quantum communication technologies represent a transformative frontier for secure connectivity, and this collaboration aims to accelerate indigenous advancements in this essential domain.”
Jay Oberoi, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Synergy Quantum India, noted that the initiative has the potential to position India at the forefront of drone-enabled quantum-secure communication systems globally. The joint development is expected to support the creation of next-generation quantum-safe telecommunications infrastructure, with applications across defense, emergency response, critical infrastructure, and government communications.
Quantum computing differs fundamentally from classical computing by leveraging quantum-mechanical principles for data processing. This enables significantly enhanced computational speed and capacity for addressing complex problems that are beyond the capabilities of traditional high-performance computing systems.
