Mahendergarh, 16.02.26-10 Students & scholars of the Departments of Microbiology and Nutrition Biology, Central University of Haryana (CUH), Mahendergarh participated in a two-day outreach programme on “BARC Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture” organised at the Global Centre for Nuclear Energy Partnership (GCNEP), Bahadurgarh on February 14, 2026.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Tankeshwar Kumar, Vice-Chancellor said that such visits play a crucial role in bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world scientific applications. He added that exposure to advanced research facilities motivates students to pursue innovative and interdisciplinary research for national development.

The exposure visit was conducted under the guidance of Prof. Surender Singh, who accompanied the students and facilitated their interaction with scientists and experts from the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai.

The programme provided valuable insights into the use of nuclear and radiation technologies in agriculture, including crop improvement, disease management, soil health assessment, food preservation and rapid composting. Students were also introduced to innovative technologies such as mutant crop varieties, Trichoderma-based biocontrol agents, radiation-depolymerised chitosan for plant growth promotion, hydrogel for moisture retention and micro-fine neem biopesticides.

The outreach initiative aimed at creating awareness among students about sustainable agricultural practices and career opportunities in the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), while also strengthening linkages between academic institutions and national research organisations.

The students interacted with BARC scientists and gained first-hand knowledge of cutting-edge technologies developed for enhancing farmers’ income and ensuring environmental sustainability. The visit proved to be highly informative and inspiring, enabling students to understand the role of nuclear science in agriculture and its potential in addressing challenges related to food security and climate change.