Quantum Technology (QT)

Quantum Technology (QT)

Quantum Technology Division

The increasing prominence of quantum computing presents a significant risk to the classical cryptographic algorithms being used today to secure the transmission of sensitive data. It may impact many sectors, including healthcare, energy, finance, security, energy, etc. As a result, there is a growing need for quantum communication technologies to address the evolving demands of secure communication in a quantum-enabled era.

Quantum Technology division in TEC was created as part of 6G Technologies Division in January, 2022 to cater to the emerging technologies and enhanced role envisaged for TEC in niche technologies. The Quantum Technology Division was made a separate vertical in July 2023.

 

Work Responsibilities

  • Preparation of National Standards for Quantum Communication
  • Study of the various technologies and preparation of study papers on latest technologies in the field of Quantum Communication.
  • Contribution to Global standardization bodies such as ITU –T, IEEE, etc. in the area of Quantum Communication Technology
  • Testing and Certification of Quantum Communication Technologies
  • Creating awareness and fostering collaboration among industry/start-ups, academia and R&D institutions in the areas of Quantum Communication Technologies.

Standards/Test Guides Released:

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Details of Standard / Test Guide

Standard Number

Standard Document

List of contributors

Details of release

1.

Standard for Generic Requirements on Quantum Key Distribution System

TEC 91000:2022

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Test Guide on Quantum Key Distribution System

TEC 91001:2023

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3.

Standard for Generic Requirements on Quantum Safe and Classical Cryptographic Systems

TEC 91010:2023

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Standard for Generic Requirements on Quantum Random Number Generator

TEC 91020:2024

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INTERNATIONAL QUANTUM COMMUNICATION CONCLAVE

Quantum Technology Division of TEC conceptualized the “International Quantum Communication Conclave” to bring together the researchers and the industries working in Quantum Technologies, foster the creation of a community among academia, R&D Institutions, and industries and create awareness among all the stakeholders about the significant works/research being carried out in the areas of Quantum Communication. The two editions of International Quantum Communication Conclave has been organized by TEC in collaboration with C-DOT and TSDSI.

First International Quantum Communication Enclave

Date & Venue

27 – 28 March, 2023 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi

Inaugurated By

 

Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Hon’ble Minister of Communications, Electronics & IT and Railways inaugurated the conclave in the august presence of Shri Devusinh Chauhan, Hon’ble Minister of State for Communications; Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to Govt. of India; Shri K Rajaraman, Secretary(Telecom), Shri Sunil Gupta, CEO, QuNu Labs and Shri Ritu Ranjan Mittar, Sr. DDG and Head, TEC.

 

Exhibitors at the Conclave

C-DOT, ID Quantique, QuLabs, QuNu Labs, Scytale Alpha Private Limited and Silicofeller Quantum

YouTube Link

 

Day 1:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fnb023Oc7e0&t=2664s

 

Day 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eG_qNFjEtY8&t=22785s

 

 

Report of the conclave

 

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Second International Quantum Communication Enclave

Date

15- 16 February 2024 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi

Inaugurated By

Dr. Neeraj Mittal, Secretary Telecom and Chairman Digital Communications Commission,  inaugurated the conclave in the august presence of Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to Govt. of India; Dr. Subrata Rakshit, Director General, Techonlogy Management, DRDO and Smt. Tripti Saxena, Sr. DDG and Head, TEC.

Exhibitors at the Conclave

C-DOT, QuNu Labs Pvt. Ltd., QpiAI India Pvt Ltd, SuperQ Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., Thales Group, Silicofeller Quantum, Keysight Technlogies, Scytale India Pvt. Ltd.

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Day 1:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNZGDHTIMbU&t=7097s

 

Day 2:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPyyaTOzcDM

 

Report of the conclave

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NATIONAL WORKING GROUP ON QUANTUM TECHNOLOGY (NWG-QT)

Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), Department of Telecommunications has constituted a “National Working Group on Quantum Technology (NWG-QT)” to have a focused and coordinated approach for development of standards on Quantum Technology and contributing to global standardization activities, keeping in view the national interest.

NWG-QT has an objective to bring on-board all stakeholders on Quantum Technology from academia, industry/startups, R&D organizations, service providers, Govt. Organizations, etc. for the development of standards in Quantum Technology domain.

Constitution of NWG-QT  

Members of NWG-QT