IBM’s Quantum Bet On India: CEO Arvind Krishna Announces New Research Centers & Talent Hubs

IBM CEO Arvind Krishna is positioning India at the heart of the global quantum computing revolution. Predicting a massive commercial advantage within just two to three years, Krishna emphasizes that India is the premier destination for the high-quality math and physics talent required to solve the world’s hardest computational problems. Through strategic partnerships, IBM is deploying quantum computers in cities like Amravati to tap into this specialised expertise. By citing the historical brilliance of IIT researchers, Krishna frames India not just as a labor market, but as a critical, intellectual engine driving the next decade of deep-tech innovation.