Amity Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology student selected by Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) Mumbai

Mumbai: Vivekanand Kumar Yadav, a B.Tech student from Amity Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology(NST), batch (2016-2020), has been selected for Orientation Course for Engineering Graduates and Science Postgraduates (OCES) by Bhabha Atomic Research Centre(BARC), Mumbai, one of the leading government organizations of India. After a one- year training at BARC, Vivekanand will be recruited as Scientific Officer C, at Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) organizations. Dr. Homi J. Bhabha, known as “Father of Nuclear Program in India” established BARC to cater to the manpower needs of the expanding atomic energy research and development program.

Dr. Alpana Goel, Director & Head, Amity Institute of Nuclear Science & Technology, said, “We feel glad and proud that our student has been selected by Bhabha Atomic Research Center, one of the leading government organization in the field of Atomic Energy in India. Our country needs such capable citizens who can work in the area of nuclear power and energy research and development and take it to the next level.”

Expressing his delight, Dr. Ashok Chauhan, Founder President, Amity Education Group, said, “This is yet another glorious moment of pride and honor for us. As the world is fast advancing in the field of Atomic and Nuclear Research, it requires more such capable individuals who can make our country proud and contribute immensely to the global development.”

Elated at his achievement, Vivekanand, from a small town in Uttar Pradesh, said, “I started preparing rigorously for the exam, after the lockdown and I am overjoyed that my efforts and hard work have been fruitful. I’m extremely grateful to my teachers who have been instrumental in guiding me and making my dream come true. Reactor Physics is my core area of interest and I want to acquire more knowledge in this field.”