National Mission for Quantum Frontier

Objective:

This mission aims to initiate work in control of the quantum mechanical systems with a large number of degrees of freedom as one of the great contemporary challenges in fundamental science and technology. Building excellence in the quantum frontier through this mission will also be essential fir national security and development of quantum computers, quantum chemistry, quantum communication, new materials, quantum sensors, and quantum cryptography. 

Lead Agencies: 

• Department of Science and Technology (DST)
• Department of Space (DoS/ISRO)
• Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)
• Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)
• Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)