Quantum technology is a miraculous possibility—it holds the potential to outperform traditional computing across various domains, from drug discovery to climate prediction, and from cybersecurity to military strategy. But the truth remains that this technology is still in its infancy. Even the most advanced nations have yet to make it commercially viable. For countries like India, where the basic needs of education, healthcare, and infrastructure are still unmet, concerns around investing heavily in such a futuristic domain are natural.
Yet, this is not the time for fear or doubt. It is a time for wisdom and setting the right priorities. India should not participate in the quantum race merely because others are doing so—but because we have the potential to reshape it in the interest of our people. Our investments in quantum computing must be tied to practical applications—like agricultural data prediction, accurate forecasts of floods or droughts, and accelerating medical research. These are areas where quantum’s power can directly impact the common citizen’s life.
India must steer clear of the trap of showmanship. This is not the time to chase media headlines, but to seek real solutions inside our laboratories. While nations like China and the US are leveraging quantum for global dominance, India must move forward with the aim of finding social solutions. That’s where our true identity and strength will emerge.
Quantum computing is not a crop that bears immediate fruit—it is a long-term investment. But if we pursue it with patience, direction, and in the nation’s interest, it might just be the gamble in which our victory is certain.
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