Sri Vijaya Puram, Sep 25: The Training & Placement Department of DBRAIT successfully organized the first lecture of the “Lecture Series on Quantum Technology” on Saturday, 20th September 2025, at the Conference Hall, Ground Floor, Green Building, DBRAIT.
Objective
This initiative aims to create awareness and provide a foundational understanding of emerging Quantum Technologies—including quantum computing, communication, sensing, and algorithms—in alignment with India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM) and global advancements in this frontier area.
Proceedings
The session commenced with a welcome address by Mr. Tejinder Singh, Training & Placement Officer (Degree), DBRAIT, who highlighted the importance of frontier technologies and encouraged students to actively explore emerging fields.
The lecture began with an insightful talk by Dr. E. Muthukumaran, who introduced India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM) and explained its budgetary provisions, strategic goals, and long-term vision to position India among global leaders in quantum research. He also discussed the status of quantum technology adoption across major countries, including the United States, China, and leading European nations, highlighting key milestones and ongoing research in quantum computing, cryptography, and sensing.
This was followed by a comprehensive lecture by Prof. (Dr.) Sanmukh Kaur, who delved deeper into the fundamentals of quantum communication. She explained essential concepts such as quantum entanglement, superposition, and quantum key distribution (QKD), demonstrating how these principles enable ultra-secure communication networks. Prof. Kaur also discussed real-world applications of quantum communication in areas such as secure banking, defense systems, and next-generation internet infrastructure, while encouraging students to consider the future scope of research and innovation in this field.
The session concluded with a vote of thanks and closing remarks by Mr. Tejinder Singh, appreciating the resource persons for their enlightening presentations and motivating students to participate in subsequent sessions.
Participation
The lecture witnessed active participation from B.Tech and Diploma students across branches including CSE, ECE, Civil, IT, Electrical, and Electronics, along with faculty members from multiple departments.
● Total Participants: 50
● Attendance was recorded at the venue as per instructions.
Outcome
The session successfully sparked curiosity and awareness among participants, providing a clear understanding of the scope, challenges, and global landscape of quantum technologies. The speakers’ ability to simplify complex concepts was well-received by the audience, making the lecture highly interactive and impactful.
As part of this initiative, it was announced that the Lecture Series on Quantum Technology will continue every Saturday, with each session focusing on progressive advancements and deeper topics to build knowledge systematically over time.
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