The cyclothon comprises senior scientists from Bhabha Atomic Research Center (BARC). Which will spread awareness about nuclear energy as a clean, green and safe source of electricity among the people who meet on the way.
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Senior scientists of Bhabha Atomic Research Center (BARC) have taken a unique initiative to promote nuclear energy. the scientists Delhi Started 1700 km Cyclothon from K India Gate to Gateway of India, Mumbai “The Cyclothon will end on 23 August 2022 at Gateway of India, Mumbai. The team of nuclear scientist cyclists drew attention to the fact that nuclear reactors and bicycles are similar in terms of being clean, green and safe. Both are indispensable options for meeting the challenges of climate change.
There is also a theme for this event. Nuclear power, like cycling, is the cleanest, greenest and safest. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sinha said, “This is a big initiative by the Department of Atomic Energy. Will definitely influence their opinion in a positive way.
What is the specialty?
The cyclothon comprises senior scientists from Bhabha Atomic Research Center (BARC). Which will spread awareness about nuclear energy as a clean, green and safe source of electricity among the people who meet on the way. This will encourage the general public. The campaign is named as the chain reaction, which is inspired by the fundamental parts of both the nuclear reaction and the cycle.
nuclear and bicycle
On this occasion, the team of cyclists said that nuclear reactor and cycle are similar in terms of being clean, green and safe. Both are indispensable options for meeting the challenges of climate change. They claim that this is also the central theme of the event which says, “Atomic energy, like cycling, is the cleanest, greenest and safest.”
What is Department of Atomic Energy?
The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) is under the direct charge of the Prime Minister. It is engaged in the development of applications of nuclear energy technology, radiation technologies in agriculture, medicine, industry and basic research. The department comprises of 6 R&D Centres, 5 PSUs, 3 Industrial and 3 Service Organizations. It has two boards under its auspices for the promotion and funding of extra-mural research in nuclear and allied areas, mathematics and a national institute (deemed university). It also supports ten institutions of international repute engaged in research in basic science, astronomy, astrophysics, cancer research and education. It also has an educational society at its bottom.
