18/08/2026
More than 300 students, faculty members and industry professionals came together at MANIT Bhopal for the one-day workshop “Societal Aspects of Nuclear Energy: From the Core to the Citizen”, organized by the Department of Energy Science & Engineering, MANIT Bhopal, in collaboration with the Indian Nuclear Society (INS), Mumbai.
The programme was graced by Dr. Sailendra Jain, Dean (Academic), MANIT Bhopal, as the Chief Guest and Prof. V. K. Manchanda as the Guest of Honour.
Participants had the opportunity to hear from distinguished experts including Shri S. K. Sinha, Shri Sanjay Chouksey, Dr. Jaideep Gupta, Shri K.T.P. Balakrishnan, Dr. Hrishikesh Mishra, Dr. Archana Mishra and Shri A. K. Sinha.
Through engaging talks, discussions and an interactive panel session, the experts explored the many ways nuclear science and technology are shaping society — from energy and nuclear safety to healthcare, agriculture, food security, advanced technologies and sustainable development.
For students, the workshop was also an opportunity to look beyond the classroom, understand emerging career possibilities and interact directly with experienced scientists and professionals.
The programme was held under the guidance of Dr. Arvind Mittal, Professor & Head, Department of Energy Science & Engineering, Convener, with the dedicated coordination of Dr. Gurveer Singh, Dr. Meena Agrawal and Dr. Hrishikesh Mishra.
A day filled with ideas, meaningful conversations and inspiration for the young minds who will help shape India’s scientific and technological future