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Chandigarh University Honors Fibre Optics Pioneer with New Research Chair
Chandigarh University marked the 100th birth anniversary of Dr. Narinder Singh Kapany, recognized as the father of fibre optics, by establishing India’s first research chair in his name and announcing an annual grant of ₹1 crore to fund scientific research and innovation across the campus.
Chandigarh University commemorated the 100th birth anniversary of Dr. Narinder Singh Kapany, the father of fibre optics, by creating India’s first research chair named after him. The university also pledged an annual grant of ₹1 crore to support scientific projects.
- New chair aims to drive advanced research in photonics and related fields.
- Grant will fund scholarships, labs, and collaborative initiatives.
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