In a strategic effort to establish Karnataka as a global center for quantum research, N.S. Boseraju, the Minister for Minor Irrigation and Science and Technology, extended an invitation to renowned quantum physicist Prof. Andreas Wallraff from ETH Zurich to participate in the forthcoming Quantum India Summit 2026, set to take place in Bengaluru.
During his recent visit to the ETH Quantum Centre, Minister Boseraju engaged with Professors Wallraff, Jonathan Home, and Klaus Ensslin, who are at the forefront of research in superconducting qubits and trapped ion systems—two leading technologies that are pivotal for the advancement of next-generation quantum computers.
“ETH Zurich symbolizes the origin of modern quantum computing, where foundational science has evolved into practical technology,” Boseraju stated. “It is both a privilege and an opportunity to connect Karnataka”s burgeoning quantum ecosystem with such esteemed expertise, fostering transformative partnerships.”
The Karnataka delegation had the opportunity to tour the Superconducting Qubit and Trapped Ion laboratories at ETH, witnessing firsthand how the institution facilitates nationwide research through a collaborative model. Boseraju expressed that Karnataka intends to emulate this framework under its flagship initiative, Q-City, envisioned as a multidisciplinary hub for quantum research and innovation, linking academia, startups, and industry.
The ETH research team also illustrated how their initiatives have successfully transitioned into thriving quantum startups. The delegation visited Zurich Instruments, an ETH spinoff that specializes in precision measurement systems for quantum computing, including implementations in India.
Minister Boseraju emphasized that Q-City Bengaluru will develop analogous infrastructure to bolster quantum hardware innovation and nurture competitive startups within Karnataka”s expanding innovation landscape. This engagement represents a crucial advancement in Karnataka”s goal to align with global leaders in quantum technology, thereby steering India”s scientific trajectory forward.
