Supercomputing India (SCI) 2025, a major international gathering dedicated to high-performance computing, began its four-day run at the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Bengaluru, from 11 to 14 December 2025. The event, organised by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) and hosted by the Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), has brought together a global community of researchers, technologists, industry leaders, and academics to explore the future of HPC and its intersection with AI and quantum computing.
The conference was formally inaugurated with recorded messages from Hon’ble Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, and Hon’ble Shri Jitin Prasada, Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology. Both leaders emphasised India’s dedication to building a world-class digital and technological ecosystem.
The ceremony was attended by key figures including Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, Shri E. Magesh, Director General, C-DAC; Dr Hemant Darbari, Mission Director of the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM); Dr S. D. Sudarsan, Executive Director, C-DAC Bengaluru; and Dr Narayana Sabhahit, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Technology & Science, MAHE, alongside senior academic and industry representatives.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw said, “This marks India’s first global supercomputing conference and represents a significant landmark in our deep-tech journey. It provides a platform to discuss advances in high-performance computing. AI, quantum technologies and semiconductors are reshaping global economies, and India is strongly focused on creating solutions that are ‘Made in India, Designed in India, and Made for the World’.” He expressed hope that SCI 2025 would help strengthen global partnerships, improve policy–industry alignment, and accelerate India’s innovation capabilities.
In his message, Shri Jitin Prasada called the event “a landmark moment in India’s scientific and technological evolution.” He highlighted the Government’s commitment to the Prime Minister’s vision of a self-reliant, innovation-driven Viksit Bharat by 2047. He further noted that missions including India’s Semiconductor Mission, India AI Mission, National Supercomputing Mission, and design-led initiatives are advancing this national goal.
Speaking on MAHE’s growing role in India’s innovation ecosystem, Dr Narayana Sabhahit emphasised the institute’s expanding contribution to quantum research. “We are committed to pushing the boundaries of quantum computing through Q-HUB @MAHE, designed as a collaborative research centre. The establishment of the MAHE Quantum Centre is a significant step towards realising the National Quantum Mission. It will host a 7-qubit, extendable to 25-qubit open-architecture facility and integrate ‘Qniverse’, C-DAC’s indigenous quantum software platform,” he said.
In his opening remarks, Shri E. Magesh highlighted the long-standing collaboration between C-DAC and MIT. Their partnership includes faculty development programmes, advanced HPC workshops, hands-on IoT training using indigenous technology, and research support through access to C-DAC’s ‘Param Utkarsh’ supercomputing facility, enabling breakthroughs in AI, molecular simulations, and computational research.
SCI 2025 will continue over the next three days with a packed programme featuring expert sessions, technical workshops, and exhibitions. The conference aims to advance international cooperation and showcase India’s fast-growing strength in supercomputing, AI, quantum technologies, and digital infrastructure.
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