C-DOT signs an agreement with Synergy Quantum 

RSD-Bharat news: In a significant step towards strengthening India’s cybersecurity posture against emerging quantum computing threats, the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), the premier telecommunications R&D institution under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has signed an agreement with Synergy Quantum India Private Limited, a deep-tech sovereign quantum security company providing comprehensive post quantum cryptography solutions across both hardware and software domains. The Agreement aims to jointly develop an automated tool to detect, classify, and report quantum vulnerable cryptographic algorithms in target devices. The primary objective of this project is to build an automated tool that scans a device and identifies the cryptographic algorithms and security mechanism it uses. The tool will detect all security vulnerabilities and then clearly distinguish between quantum safe and quantum vulnerable algorithms. Finally, it will generate a detailed report highlighting quantum vulnerable algorithms, their purpose, and their exact location within the device to support informed migration planning toward quantum safe security.

The solution will comprise of three core modules:

• Web Application: External black box scanning (with/without login) for network traffic, vulnerability assessment and quantum risks.
• Security Scanner Agent: Internal scan of libraries, on device for endpoint and container security.
• Control Software: Manages agent install/uninstall, runs scans, aggregates data into unified reports on all vulnerabilities.

This collaboration is expected to deliver a fully integrated, commercially deployable solution that will revolutionize how organizations assess their cryptographic readiness for the quantum era. This cutting-edge initiative will enable early detection of cryptographic weaknesses across networks: defense, telecommunications, banking, and various government sectors, devices, and applications, helping organizations transition proactively to post-quantum cryptography. Partnership with Synergy Quantum aligns with the national vision of strengthening indigenous research and innovation under the “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative and enhancing India’s capabilities in emerging and secure telecom technologies, reinforcing India’s position at the forefront of next-generation quantum-security innovation. One of the key requirements for quantum migration will be assessing the cryptographic inventory and subsequent quantum implementation. Speaking on this partnership, Dr. Rajkumar Upadhyay, CEO, C-DOT, remarked, “As quantum computing advances, traditional cryptographic systems face unprecedented challenges. This collaboration with Synergy Quantum represents our commitment to developing indigenous solutions that will safeguard India’s digital infrastructure, reinforcing the vision of “Atmanirbhar Bharat.” By combining C-DOT’s telecom & quantum research expertise with Synergy Quantum’s capabilities, we aim to create tools that address both current and future cybersecurity needs.” Jay Oberai, Co-Founder & CEO of Synergy Quantum India, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “This partnership with C-DOT marks a pivotal moment in India’s journey towards quantum-safe security. The automated tool to be developed jointly with C-DOT will empower organizations across government, defense, and critical infrastructure sectors to assess and mitigate quantum-related cryptographic risks. We are honored to contribute to India’s emergence as a global leader in quantum cybersecurity.” The agreement signing ceremony was attended by Shikha Srivastava, EVP, C-DOT, along with Jay Oberai (Co-Founder & CEO), Vipin Rathi (Co-Founder), Air Marshal G.S. Bedi (Retd.) (Vice President of Business Development, Air Force),and Col. Ajay Singh (Retd.) (COO) from Synergy Quantum India, and other senior officials from C-DOT.

About C-DOT:

Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) is a premier telecommunications technology research and development center registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, under the aegis of the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, Government of India. C-DOT has made significant contributions in the development of cutting-edge telecom technologies and systems. It has a rich portfolio of products in both the Quantum-safe-Technologies-Post-Quantum-Cryptography (PQC) and Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), required for Quantum-safe migration of networks. C-DOT, in association with IIT Madras, has set up a Quantum Communications Hub at IIT Madras under the National Quantum Mission.

About Synergy Quantum India Private Limited:

Synergy Quantum is a sovereign quantum security company enabling nations and critical infrastructure operators to maintain sovereignty in the quantum era. Synergy Quantum provides comprehensive post-quantum cryptography solutions across both hardware and software domains, supporting sovereign control over cryptographic infrastructure, secure systems, and national-scale digital ecosystems.