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Renowned Scientist Rajagopala Chidambaram, Who Played Crucial Role In 1975 & 1998 Nuclear Tests, Passes Away At 88


Published on 2025-01-04 11:02:18 - MSN
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  • Eminent physicist Rajagopala Chidambaram, who played a key role in the nuclear tests of 1975 and 1998, died on Saturday, according to the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE). He was 88. Chidambaram, who was also associated with the nuclear weapons programme,

Rajagopala Chidambaram, a distinguished Indian scientist known for his pivotal role in India's nuclear tests in 1975 and 1998, passed away at the age of 88. Chidambaram was instrumental in the development of India's nuclear capabilities, notably contributing to the Smiling Buddha test in 1975 and the Pokhran-II tests in 1998. He served as the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India and was the Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission. His contributions extended beyond nuclear science into materials research, earning him numerous accolades including the Padma Vibhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors. Chidambaram's death marks the end of an era in India's scientific community, leaving behind a legacy of significant advancements in nuclear technology and research.

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