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January 2019 Issue

12 October 2018

Government of West Bengal is committed to make the State a leader in emerging technologies such as Artificial
Intelligence, Fintech, Blockchain, Cyber Security, Embedded Technology and Electronics hardware manufacturing.

Quantum computing is the area of study focused on developing computer technology based on the principles of
quantum theory, which explains the nature and behaviour of energy and matter on the quantum (atomic and
subatomic) level. Development of a quantum computer, if practical, would mark a leap forward in computing capability
far greater than that from the abacus to a modern day supercomputer, with performance gains in the billion-fold realm
and beyond. The quantum computer, following the laws of quantum physics, would gain enormous processing power
through the ability to be in multiple states, and to perform tasks using all possible permutations simultaneously.

A day-long knowledge sharing workshop on Quantum Computing was held at Biswa Bangla Convention Center, New
Town, Kolkata to provide a platform for various stakeholders including senior Government Officers, subject matter
experts, eminent researchers and leaders from academia and industries. The workshop was open for students, young
and experienced professionals, academicians, entrepreneurs, and industry representatives to attend and benefit from.

The department of IT&E has already organised 6 landmark events on Cyber Security, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence,
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Embedded Technology, Internet of Things and Fintech in as many months starting from 16 of March 2018. This was
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the 7 such knowledge sharing workshop on emerging technologies.

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