BARC to Unveil New R&D Campus in Andhra Pradesh

The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) plans to establish a sprawling Research and Development campus in Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. The project aims to enhance nuclear research with applications in energy, health, and agriculture. The government has provisionally approved the land required for this strategic initiative.

The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is set to establish a new Research and Development campus on a 3,000-acre site in Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. The centre has sought the state's assistance for land diversion to expedite the initiative.

According to sources, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has given initial clearance for 148.15 hectares of land. This area is crucial for the project's strategic location, endorsed by both the Site Selection Committee and the Atomic Energy Commission.

The initiative includes comprehensive security and infrastructure measures such as fencing, watch towers, and service lines. Despite the removal of over 1,700 trees, precautions are in place to preserve the local ecosystem, reinforcing BARC's commitment to sustainable development.

(With inputs from agencies.)