Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India

Joined January 2017
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The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment to deepen collaboration for accelerating India's clean energy transition, strengthening long-term energy security, and advancing the vision of #ViksitBharat through indigenous nuclear energy. @CMOGuj #NuclearEnergyMission
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The meeting focused on advancing nuclear power development in Gujarat under the #NuclearEnergyMission. Key areas of deliberation included large nuclear power projects, Small Modular Reactors #SMR, identification of potential sites, and technical studies. 3/4 @CMOGuj
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The meeting was attended by Sh. Ashish Vala, Joint Secretary, @GujEPD, Government of Gujarat, and Sh. Bishwajith Roy, Director General, @GERMIRnD, in the presence of Director, #BARC; CMD, #NPCIL; Head, NCPW; senior officials of DAE and GSECL. 2/4 @NpcilOfficial @GSECLOfficial
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Strengthening Centre–State Collaboration for Nuclear Energy Development: Delegation led by Sh. Ashwini Kumar, IAS, Principal Secretary, @GujEPD, Government of Gujarat, meets Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty, Secretary, DAE & Chairman, AEC, in Mumbai. 1/4 @PMOIndia @CMOGuj @DrJitendraSingh
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With precise synchronisation of RF accelerator systems, a major technological challenge in accelerator science, and >90% indigenous components, including RF solid-state amplifiers, the facility showcases India's prowess in advanced accelerator technologies. 2/2 #AtmanirbharBharat
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#VECC, an R&D unit of DAE, successfully commissions its 5th heavy-ion LINAC module. The successful acceleration of nitrogen ion beam marks a key milestone in strengthening India's capabilities in rare isotope beam technologies for frontier research. 1/2 @PMOIndia @DrJitendraSingh
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Aligned with the vision of #ViksitBharat, the Rise in Jammu & Kashmir 2026 Mega Science Exhibition brought together scientific institutions, government departments, academia, industry, startups, and innovators to inspire and accelerate technology-driven nation building. 4/4
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Visitors explored DAE's interactive exhibits, including the 700 MWe Pressurised Heavy Water Reactor #PHWR, Gamma Chamber, #BhabhaKavach bullet-resistant jacket, and Water Purifier, and engaged in conversations on power & non-power applications of nuclear energy. 3/4
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DAE pavilion engaged 1k visitors, particularly students, young entrepreneurs, and defence personnel, in conversations on the societal benefits of nuclear technology. DAE pavilion was honoured with the First Prize, presented by Hon. MP (Rajya Sabha), Shri @GulamAliKhatana. 2/4
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Bringing Nuclear Science Closer to Society - #GCNEP, the international cooperation and capacity-building arm of DAE, showcases indigenous nuclear technologies at the Rise in Jammu & Kashmir 2026 Mega Science Exhibition in Srinagar. 1/4 @PMOIndia @DrJitendraSingh @GulamAliKhatana
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From radiation protection and monitoring to emergency coordination, DAE continues to reinforce a robust national framework for radiological safety and effective emergency response. 4/4
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In his inaugural address, Shri Dheeraj Pande, Director, AMD, highlighted AMD's nationwide emergency response infrastructure. Shri Saras Seth, Member-Secretary, Crisis Management Group, DAE, elaborated the latest national guidelines for effective emergency management. 3/4
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The programme brought together Radiation Emergency Response Teams from the DAE units across the country for expert sessions and practical table-top exercises aimed at enhancing emergency preparedness, coordination and response capabilities. 2/4
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Strengthening preparedness for nuclear & radiological emergencies: The Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research #AMD and the Crisis Management Group of DAE, hosted the DAE–Radiation Emergency Response Teams (RERT) Meet–2026. 1/4 @PMOIndia @DrJitendraSingh @NDRFHQ
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🇮🇳 Yet another global first! India's Clean hydrogen production facility using nuclear process heat from #FBTR at Kalpakkam marks a major milestone in indigenous innovation driving the #NuclearEnergyMission. @PMOIndia @DrJitendraSingh @PIB_India @iaeaorg youtu.be/sAGMnYVQhdk
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Dr. Mohanty also interacted with the main contractor, @BHEL_India, and reviewed the progress of activities. The visit reflects DAE's continued focus on PFBR, which strengthens India's three-stage nuclear power programme and advances the nation's long-term energy security. 3/3
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During the visit, Dr. Mohanty reviewed the current plant status with Shri P. A. Suresh Babu, CMD, Bharatiya Nabhikiya Vidyut Nigam Limited #BHAVINI, and senior officials, including the ongoing low-power physics experiments and the overhauling of the Turbine Generator system. 2/3
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🇮🇳Advancing India's Fast Reactor Programme⚛️ Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty, Secretary, DAE & Chairman, AEC, visited the 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor #PFBR at Kalpakkam on 26 June 2026 to review the progress of the landmark project. 1/3 @PMOIndia @DrJitendraSingh @BHEL_India
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Developed through the combined expertise of #BARC and #IGCAR, this first-of-its-kind facility reflects the strength of indigenous innovation and reinforces the vision of #AtmaNirbharBharat and #ViksitBharat through advanced nuclear science and technology. 5/5
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Yet another major step in advancing India's three-stage nuclear programme: The pioneering facility expands the role of #NuclearEnergy beyond electricity generation, opening new avenues for decarbonising goals while strengthening India's long-term energy security. 4/5
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