January 28, 2025

C-DAC Mohali inaugurated a two-week training programme on Quantum Computing and Information Science, with 28 international participants from 16 countries, running from January 15th-28th, 2025, and sponsored by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India.

Dr. Manjit Kaur, ITEC Coordinator, commenced the event with a warm and gracious welcome, emphasizing the significance of the course in light of the United Nations' 2025 declaration commemorating 100 years of quantum scienceand teaching-a reflection of the transformative impact of quantum theory over the past century.The chief guest, Shri. Vishal Sharma, Under Secretary from MEA, New Delhi, delivered an inspiring inaugural address. He highlighted the MEA's commitment for capacity building through diverse initiatives, including special courses, country-specific programmes, menu-based options, and executive-level training designed for partner nations. Shri. Sharma also engaged personally with each participant, creating an interactive and inclusive environment.

The event was attended by several dignitaries from C-DAC Mohali, including Shri. Ajay Mudgil, Head of Education & Training, Dr. Gurmohan Singh, Scientist-E (Core Faculty), and Shri. Kuldeep Kumar Dwivedi, Head of Administration. Key faculty members, including Dr. Tarun (PE), Ms. Sumera Farooq (PE), Ms. Nandita (PE), Ms. Megha Kumari (PE), and Ms. Sonali(PE), along with ITEC Cell representatives Ms. Amritpal Kaur (PTO), and Ms. Asha Rani (STO)played a vital role in ensuring the event's success. The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks by Shri. Ajay Mudgil.

As part of the training programme, participants had the opportunity to visit the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)Quantum Lab at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Mohali. The lab was equipped with state-of-the-art 400MHz, 500MHz, and 600MHz NMR machines capable of performing quantum computations with up to 5 qubits.The visit included a short presentation on the fundamentals of NMR-based quantum computing and an overview of the ongoing research activities in the lab. Participants also observed a live demonstration of an NMR experiment, providing valuable hands-on experience with the technology.