New Delhi, June 22 -- In a significant step towards strengthening India's indigenous technological capabilities and strategic materials programme, Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty, Secretary, Department of Atomic Energy and Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission, inaugurated the Versatile Deuterated Compounds Production Plant (VDPP) and commissioned the 24 kA Prototype Sodium Cell at the Heavy Water Board Facilities (HWBF), Vadodara, on 21 June 2026.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Mohanty said, "The inauguration of the VDPP and commissioning of the 24 kA Prototype Sodium Cell reflect India's growing capabilities in developing critical materials and technologies through indigenous research and innovation. These facilities will strengthen strategic self-...