The Quantum Technologies Research Dialogue for Collaboration was organized at SAU on 3 March 2026 to promote the academic and research partnerships

South Asian University, is leading innovation, policy development capacity building and innovation in Quantum technologies.  In line with the same, SAU organised a Dialogue for Collaboration with distinguished participation from leadership associated with the National Quantum Mission, academia, and industry. The event provided a platform to discuss strategic directions, research priorities, and institutional partnerships required to position India and the South Asian region at the forefront of quantum innovation.

The programme included keynote insights, expert technical presentations, an MoU exchange to formalize collaboration between SAU & RailTel, and structured academic–research dialogue sessions to catalyze long-term partnerships.

This initiative aligned with national priorities in quantum science and technology while strengthening SAU’s commitment to interdisciplinary research, policy engagement, and regional cooperation.

Some of the dignitaries and guests who graced the occasion were: 

• K.K. Aggarwal– President, South Asian University
• Ajai Chowdhary – Chairman, Mission Governing Board, National Quantum Mission of India; Cofounder, HCL; Padma Bhushan Recipient
• Sanjai Kumar– Chairman and Managing Director, RailTel Corporation of India Ltd
• S. D. Sudarsan– Executive Director, CDAC, Bangalore