Bengaluru, Dec 15:  Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), MAHE, Bengaluru, successfully hosted the five-day Supercomputing India 2025 (SCI2025) conference, marking India’s first global platform dedicated to High-Performance Computing (HPC), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Quantum Computing. Organized by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, the conference transformed the MAHE Bengaluru campus into a dynamic hub of technological innovation and international research collaboration.

The conference was formally inaugurated by Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Hon’ble Minister (E&IT), Government of India, followed by intensive technical sessions and comprehensive tutorials that set the tone for five days of knowledge exchange and innovation.

A major highlight of SCI2025 was the Technology Expo, which featured 187 exhibitors, including industry leaders such as VVDN Technologies, Dell, HPE, Western Digital, Micron, and Kaynes. The expo showcased cutting-edge advancements in high-performance computing, AI accelerators, and quantum-classical hybrid platforms. MIT Bengaluru made a strong impression with a dedicated stall highlighting its ongoing research in quantum computing and AR/VR technologies, showcasing state-of-the-art facilities and reinforcing the institute’s growing role in these rapidly evolving domains.

Beyond an exhibition, the Technology Expo evolved into an interactive learning environment, offering students direct access to industry leaders, researchers, and innovators. Participants gained valuable insights into real-world challenges and emerging research opportunities across HPC, AI, and Quantum Computing. The conference also featured plenary talks, technical sessions, paper presentations, and vibrant poster displays, sparking in-depth discussions throughout the venue.

MIT Bengaluru further contributed to the conference by organizing four specialized technical sessions, which drew significant attention. These sessions included presentations on Industrial Applications of Quantum Algorithms by Mr. Saurabh Sharma, QC Consultant at MIT and CEO of Qomputing.ai; Rydberg Quantum Optics by Dr. Arup Bhowmick, Assistant Professor (Research), MIT; Autonomous Mobility by Dr. Sravani Vemulapalli and the Autonomous Mobility Team at MIT; and Quantum Computing and Virtual Reality: A New Interface for the Next Computing Revolution by Dr. Vishwas G. Kini, Assistant Professor, School of Computer Engineering, MIT.

Reflecting on the significance of hosting SCI2025, Prof. Madhu Veeraraghavan, Pro Vice Chancellor, MAHE Bengaluru, Management, Law, Humanities and Social Sciences, said,

“Hosting platforms like Supercomputing India 2025 reflects our commitment to positioning MAHE Bengaluru as a catalyst for future-ready research and innovation. By bringing together academia, industry, and government, we aim to create meaningful ecosystems that expose students and researchers to real-world challenges, cutting-edge technologies, and global collaborations.”

Adding to this, Dr. Iven Jose, Director, MIT, MAHE Bengaluru, stated,

“We are grateful to C-DAC and MeitY for entrusting MIT Bengaluru with the privilege of hosting this prestigious event. SCI2025 has emerged as a landmark platform for innovation, knowledge sharing, and collaboration in frontier technologies. I congratulate all participants, delegates, volunteers, and organizing teams for ensuring the seamless execution of this large-scale conference.”

The successful hosting of SCI2025 underscores the growing synergy between academia, industry, and government in advancing India’s technological capabilities and highlights the role of collaborative platforms in shaping the future of HPC, AI, and Quantum Computing in the country.