Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav  – August 2022

The “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” programme initiated by IGCAR (Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research) for Anu Awareness is set to commence on July 23, 2022. This comprehensive initiative includes an exhibition featuring models and standees showcasing various stages such as Bhabatron and Gamma Irradiator, as well as DAE (Department of Atomic Energy) technologies tailored for societal applications. 

Alongside the exhibition, there will be awareness talks and competitions including Quiz, Elocution, Slogan Writing, and Drawing contests.

This extensive programme will span across nine institutions, with the finale scheduled to take place at Kudankulam on August 13, 2022. Each participating institution will take charge of coordinating locally within their area, collaborating with approximately 10 neighboring institutions. The event anticipates the participation of 250 contestants for the quiz, elocution, and other competitions, while around 2,000 students from each institution are expected to visit the exhibition.

The organization of this event is a collaborative effort between IGCAR and DAE units based in Kalpakkam, in partnership with Ariviyal Sangam (Local chapter of Vigyan Bharathi-Vibha), Dr. Abdul Kalam International Foundation in Rameswaram, and the Indian Association for Radiation Protection. Notably, the Dr. Kalam Foundation will contribute approximately 1000 saplings, with 100 being planted in each of the nine institutions and the remaining to be distributed between Kalpakkam and Kudankulam.