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C-DOT and Synergy Quantum Partner to Develop Drone-Based Quantum Secure Communication Systems

The collaboration formalized through an MoU aims to advance indigenous quantum key distribution technologies for secure and mobile communication under India's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

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Overview

  • The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) and Synergy Quantum India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on May 12, 2025, to jointly develop drone-based quantum secure communication technologies.
  • The partnership focuses on creating Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) systems optimized for unmanned aerial platforms, leveraging the decoy-based BB84 protocol with polarization encoding at Technology Readiness Level 6 or higher.
  • Aligned with the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the collaboration seeks to bolster India's self-reliance in secure telecom technologies and position the country as a leader in quantum communications innovation.
  • The initiative includes joint research proposals for national and international funding opportunities and dissemination of findings through scholarly publications and industry platforms.
  • Potential applications for the developed systems include secure communication in defence, emergency response, critical infrastructure, and government operations.