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BHAVINI celebrates Formation Day

Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, Oct 22 (UNI) The Bharatiya Nabhikiya Vidyut Nigam Limited (BHAVINI), a Government of India enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy, celebrated its Company Formation Day with great enthusiasm, bringing together employees and distinguished guests in a spirit of unity and pride, on Thursday.
The celebration provided an opportunity to reflect on BHAVINI’s journey, recognise the dedication of its workforce and reaffirm its commitment to the successful realisation of the 500 MW Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) project at Kalpakkam, about 70 km from here.
PFBR is indigenously designed by Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research and built and commissioned by BHAVINI has recently attained first criticality and completed the Low Power Physics Experiments. During the celebration, BHAVINI employees enthusiastically showcased their diverse talents through cultural and creative performances, adding colour and vibrancy to the occasion.
Dr. Sudha Seshayyan, Former Vice-Chancellor of Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR Medical University and current Independent Director of BHAVINI Board has graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour. The event was presided over by P. A. Suresh Babu, CMD, BHAVINI, along with other Functional Directors of BHAVINI, Sreekumar.G.Pillai, Director, IGCAR and S.B. Selvakumaran, Station Director, MAPS.
Their esteemed presence added prominence to the celebrations and underscored the importance of collaboration and collective efforts in advancing the nation’s nuclear energy programme.
On the occasion, BHAVINI reiterates its resolve to pursue its objectives of rising power and synchronization to grid with unwavering dedication, foster a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s vision of energy security and self-reliance.
As BHAVINI moves forward, the organisation remains steadfast in its commitment to excellence in nuclear technology, the successful realisation of the PFBR project’s objectives and the advancement of India’s nuclear energy capabilities for the benefit of future generations.
BHAVINI was established on 22nd Oct 2003 to construct, commission and operate fast breeder reactors for electricity generation. Its flagship project, the PFBR at Kalpakkamrepresents a significant milestone in India’s pursuit of advanced nuclear power technology and its long-term energy objectives.
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