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Implementation of Quantum Safe Ecosystem in India
Pages
128
Time to read
151 mins
Publication
Language
English
Pages
128
Time to read
151 mins
Publication
Language
English
This report outlines the implementation of a Quantum Safe Ecosystem in India, initiated by the Government under the National Quantum Mission (NQM). It describes the formation of a Task Force, chaired by Dr. Rajkumar Upadhyay, which includes diverse stakeholders from academia, research, government, and industry. The Task Force's objectives include overseeing the transition to post-quantum cryptography (PQC), advising on Indian standards for PQC adoption, and establishing a national evaluation infrastructure for quantum technologies. The report integrates findings from two sub-groups focused on developing standards for quantum-safe products and addressing quantum resiliency and migration strategies. It details the urgent need for quantum-safe security due to advancements in quantum computing that threaten existing cryptographic systems. The report also provides recommendations for launching PQC pilots, establishing a national testing program, and adopting PQC solutions across critical sectors to ensure the resilience of India's digital infrastructure against quantum threats.