Awantipora, Mar 23: The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), in collaboration with Chinar Quantum AI, today organized a workshop on Quantum Computing. The programme brought together academicians, experts, and students to deliberate on emerging trends in quantum technologies and artificial intelligence.

In the inaugural session, Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, underscored the importance of various national missions and schemes aimed at making India a developed nation by 2047, particularly in areas such as Quantum AI and semiconductors. He stated that the University is committed to leveraging these opportunities by actively participating in such missions and by developing robust physical and intellectual infrastructure. He further emphasized the need for interdepartmental and inter-institutional collaborations to achieve the goals of national initiatives, noting their potential for significant social impact.
Prof. A. H. Moon, Dean Academic Affairs, spoke about the University’s expanding footprint in the domain of technology at the national level. He highlighted various initiatives undertaken by IUST, particularly in alignment with the National AI Mission, aimed at strengthening research, innovation, and academic excellence. Dr. Kaiser Javeed Giri, Dean, School of Engineering and Technology, highlighted the significance of Quantum AI as a transformative domain and emphasized its growing relevance in academia and industry.
Delivering the technical remarks, Dr. Rukhsan Ul Haq, Chief Executive Officer, Chinar Quantum AI, described the collaboration with IUST as a significant first step towards developing synergy in the field of Quantum AI. He appreciated the University for establishing the necessary infrastructure that promotes innovation and expressed optimism about expanding networking and collaborative efforts in the future. The inaugural session concluded with a vote of thanks presented by Dr. Farooq Hussain Bhat, Dean, School of Sciences.
The workshop featured multiple technical sessions, discussions, and interactive engagements aimed at fostering deeper understanding and collaboration in the emerging field of Quantum AI.