The National Science Centre (NSC), Delhi, will inaugurate its state-of-the-art permanent gallery titled “Hall of Nuclear Power: Atoms Serving the Nation” on June 5, 2025, at 12:30 PM. The revamped gallery, supported by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), aims to educate and engage the public on the transformative role of nuclear energy in India’s development.
B. V. S. Sekhar, Outstanding Scientist and Executive Director (CP&CC) at NPCIL, will inaugurate the gallery. He will be joined by Umed Yadav, Head of Corporate Communication at NPCIL, along with renowned scientists, academicians, and museum professionals.
Originally launched in 2016, the gallery has undergone a major technological upgrade. With over 7,000 sq. ft. of space and 56+ interactive exhibits, visitors can now explore topics like nuclear fission, radiation safety, waste management, and the potential of nuclear power in achieving net-zero emissions.
Highlights include:
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3D walkthrough of a nuclear power plant
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Real artifacts from nuclear reactors
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Immersive digital kiosks and simulations
The gallery also honours India’s nuclear legacy, spotlighting Dr. Homi J. Bhabha and other pioneers who laid the foundation of the country’s nuclear energy program.
India’s vast thorium reserves and increasing energy demands underscore the importance of nuclear energy for future sustainability. The exhibition is designed especially to inspire students and young minds, offering an engaging platform to learn about nuclear technology’s role in national progress.
Following the inauguration, the gallery will be open to the public. The National Science Centre operates all days from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
A Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy, NPCIL is responsible for designing, constructing, and operating India’s nuclear power plants, with a strong emphasis on safety and public education.
A unit of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) under the Ministry of Culture, NSCD is one of Asia’s largest science centres, welcoming over 7 lakh visitors annually, including 4 lakh students.
The National Council of Science Museums oversees 26 science centres and 48 mobile exhibition units across India, playing a key role in spreading scientific temper across diverse demographics.
