On January 6, 2026, the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) launched the Heterogeneous Architectures for Quantum (HARQ) program, aimed at creating interoperability among various quantum computer architectures. This initiative reflects a critical move in the global quantum race, as it seeks to enhance capabilities for military planning and encryption. For India, this development accentuates the urgency to bolster its indigenous quantum computing efforts under the National Quantum Mission, ensuring technological sovereignty and national security in an increasingly competitive geopolitical landscape, particularly against adversaries who may leverage advanced quantum technologies for strategic advantages.