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Scientist Rajagopala Chidambaram, architect of India's nuclear programme, passes away at 88


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Published in Science and Technology on Saturday, January 4th 2025 at 9:42 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Rajagopala Chidambaram, the architect of India's nuclear weapons programme who played a key role in the atomic tests at Pokhran in 1974 and 1998, passed away in Mumbai on Saturday morning. He was 88.

Rajagopala Chidambaram, a distinguished Indian nuclear physicist and the architect behind India's nuclear programme, passed away at the age of 88. Known for his pivotal role in the 1974 Pokhran nuclear test, Chidambaram was instrumental in shaping India's nuclear capabilities. He served as the Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India and was the Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission. His contributions extended beyond nuclear physics into various scientific fields, earning him numerous accolades including the Padma Vibhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors. Chidambaram's legacy includes not only his scientific achievements but also his efforts in promoting science education and research in India.

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