West Bengal has launched a dedicated quantum and semiconductor technology section to strengthen research, investment, innovation and next-generation technology development.

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• West Bengal launched the Emerging Quantum and Semiconductor Technologies section at CSIR-CGCRI to support advanced research, innovation and technology investments.
• The initiative was announced during CQST-2026, a two-day national conference focused on quantum and semiconductor technologies and future innovations.
• The state government aims to position West Bengal as a competitive destination for national semiconductor investments through focused policies and infrastructure.
• The minister highlighted quantum and semiconductor technologies as crucial sectors expected to influence economic growth, national security and everyday life.
• West Bengal plans closer collaboration with CSIR-CGCRI, Science and Technology Department and other agencies to facilitate technology investments across the state.
• The new section may connect with National Quantum Mission thematic hubs while encouraging universities and industries to develop collaborative research and skill programmes.
• State budget initiatives include talent attraction, incubation and venture capital funds designed to support deep-technology startups emerging from advanced research.
• The EQST section will focus on superconducting quantum platforms, two-dimensional quantum materials, single-electron transistors and advanced photonics for quantum devices.
• CSIR-CGCRI will build on its established expertise in glass, ceramics, optical fibre and photonics to support emerging quantum technologies.
• The initiative seeks to create a stronger institutional anchor for quantum and semiconductor research alongside leading scientific and technical institutions.
• West Bengal aims to leverage its scientific heritage and talent base to compete with states already attracting major semiconductor investments.
• CSIR-CGCRI highlighted India’s strong research position, ranking second globally in peer-reviewed glass and ceramics publications over the past two decades.