IGCAR stands for Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research, one of India’s premier nuclear research institutions. It is located in Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, and operates under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India.
Overview:
- Established: 1971
- Primary Focus: Advanced research in nuclear science and technology, particularly in Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR) technology.
Major Projects:
Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR): This is a 500 MW reactor currently under development in Kalpakkam.
Fast Breeder Test Reactor (FBTR): This reactor has been up and running since 1985.
Materials and Fuel Development: Research in advanced nuclear materials.
Reprocessing & Waste Management: Handling spent nuclear fuel safely.
