National Quantum Mission — Sanctioned Budget

India's National Quantum Mission (NQM) was approved by CCEA on 19 April 2023 with a budget of ₹6,003 crore for 2023–2031. Goals: develop intermediate-scale quantum computers with 50–1000 physical qubits within 8 years; satellite-based quantum communications over 2,000 km; quantum cryptography; quantum sensing and metrology. Four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) set up at premier institutions. India is one of six countries (USA, China, EU, UK, Canada) with a dedicated national quantum mission. NQM positions India to participate in the next wave of computing and secure communications.