Summary:

On October 4, 2024, Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty launched the Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) Observatory in Hanle, Ladakh. MACE is Asia's biggest imaging Cherenkov telescope, created in-house by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) at an altitude of about 4,300 meters. This ceremony marked the Department of Atomic Energy's Platinum Jubilee. Dr. Mohanty emphasized MACE's importance in cosmic-ray research and its ability to investigate highenergy gamma rays, which will improve our understanding of the cosmos.

Dr. Mohanty urged students to pursue careers in astronomy and astrophysics, believing that the MACE initiative will inspire future generations of Indian scientists and technologists. Dr. Annapurni Subramaniam, Director of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, emphasized the excellent collaboration between various DAE and IIA units. Mr. Sajjad Hussain Mufti, Chief Conservator of Forests for Ladakh, described essential aspects of the Hanle Dark Sky Reserve and emphasized the administration's support for DAE activities. Dr. K. K. Yadav delivered a vote of appreciation during the opening, followed by a tour of the MACE Control Room, which highlighted India's contributions to world astronomy.

Source: IBEF 

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