New Delhi, May 28, 2025 – The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) inaugurated the Quantum Technology Research Centre (QTRC) at Metcalfe House, Delhi, on May 27, 2025. Inaugurated by Dr. Samir V. Kamat, Chairman of DRDO, the centre aims to enhance India’s indigenous quantum technology capabilities, particularly for defence and strategic sectors.
The QTRC will focus on critical research areas such as secure quantum communication and ultra-precise measurement tools. It houses advanced equipment for testing quantum key distribution systems, photon sources, atomic clocks, and magnetometers, all essential for national security and cutting-edge scientific development.
