The two neighbouring states and the governments are once again at odds over quantum technology. The competitive spirit between Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka has now spilled into the realm of quantum technology, with a fresh war of words erupting between the two neighbours over the title of hosting India’s first homegrown quantum computer.
Rivalry Over Quantum Technology
On July 25, Andhra Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced on social media that Amaravati would soon deploy “India’s first indigenously built 8-qubit quantum computer” by November. This collaboration with Bengaluru-based firm QpiAI, under the National Quantum Mission, aims to revolutionize agriculture, water management, and healthcare.
However, Karnataka’s Minister for Science and Technology, NS Boseraju, refuted this claim. He stated that QpiAI’s first homegrown quantum computer has been operational in Bengaluru since April.
Previous Standoffs
This is not the first time Andhra and Karnataka have clashed over technological claims. Recently, they were in a similar standoff over aerospace manufacturing supremacy. Both states projected themselves as the future of India’s aerospace industry.
Just days ago, Minister Nara Lokesh invited aerospace industries to invest in Andhra after protests in Karnataka affected land acquisition in Devanahalli. Karnataka ministers defended their state’s aerospace ecosystem.
The battle between Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka continues as they strive for technological superiority in various sectors.
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Andhra Pradesh is set to deploy India’s first indigenously built 8-qubit quantum computer this November in Amaravati, with support from @QpiAI. This initiative, backed by the National Quantum Mission, aims to transform agriculture, water management, and healthcare. I would like… pic.twitter.com/T6mxGDZIOq
— N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) July 24, 2025
For the record: India’s first Quantum computer built indigenously by @QpiAI right here in Bengaluru, Karnataka began it’s commercial operations since April 2025. This 25 Qubit Quantum computer named
“INDUS” is already delivering real-world services in sectors like healthcare,… https://t.co/mvjjSR7T6e pic.twitter.com/wjcRyFhcdv— N.S Boseraju (@NsBoseraju) July 25, 2025
