Chennai:
Dr. Shri Srinivasan, eminent nuclear scientist and former chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission, died on Tuesday in Udgamandalam, Tamil Nadu. He was 95 years old.
A prominent architect of India’s Civil Nuclear Energy Program, Dr. in the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE). Srinivasan’s career was started in September 1955 for more than five decades.
He made Dr. on the construction of India’s first nuclear research reactor Apsara. Homi worked closely with Bhabha, which gained significance in August 1956.
In 1959, he was appointed a major project engineer for the country’s first nuclear power station. His contribution in 1967 became even more prominent when he took charge as the Chief Project Engineer of the Madras Atomic Power Station, which helped India to do ground work for self -reliant nuclear power capabilities.
In 1974, he became the director of the Power Projects Engineering Division at DAE and after a decade, played the role of Chairman of the Atomic Energy Board.
Under his leadership, the country saw a rapid growth in its nuclear infrastructure, in which Srinivasan oversees the plan, construction and commission of major power plants across India.
In 1987, he was appointed Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission and Secretary, Department of Atomic Energy. The same year, he also became the founder president of the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL).
His tenure saw notable expansion: 18 nuclear power units developed under his guidance – seven were operational, seven were under construction, and four remained in the planning phase.
For his exemplary contribution in the field of nuclear science and engineering, Dr. Srinivasan was awarded the Padma Vibhan, India’s second largest civilian honor.
In a statement issued by the family, his daughter Sharada Srinivasan said, “His legacy of visionary leadership, technical talent and tireless service to the nation will continue to inspire future generations.”
Dr. Srinivasan’s death marks the end of an era in the scientific and technical history of India. He leaves behind a permanent heritage that helped strengthen the country’s progress and energy security.
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