The Faculty of Physical Sciences (FPS) organised an invited talk on 21 October 2026 titled “Designing of New Emerging Nano/Quantum Materials, Innovation and Indigenous Technology Development for Atmanirbhar Bharat.” The session was delivered by Dr. Bipin Kumar Gupta, Scientist-G at CSIR National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi.

The programme began with opening remarks by Dr. Girija Shankar Papanai, Assistant Professor, FPS. The Associate Dean, FPS, Dr. Jyotsna Sharma, warmly welcomed the invited speaker.

Dr. Gupta spoke about the importance of emerging nano- and quantum-materials research and its connection with innovation and indigenous technology development under the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. Drawing on his research experience in experimental solid-state and condensed-matter physics, luminescent materials, nanotechnology, bio-nanotechnology and hydrogen energy, he discussed research directions and applications in advanced materials and devices.

The talk was followed by an interactive question-and-answer session with students, research scholars and faculty members. Prof. Avinash Sharma, Emeritus Professor, FPS, presented a memento/token of appreciation to the speaker. The talk concluded with the vote of thanks, acknowledging the speaker, participants and the technical and support teams. A group photograph was taken, followed by refreshments and informal interaction with the speaker and FPS faculty and staff members.

The event provided an opportunity for students, scholars and faculty to engage with current research in nano/quantum materials and to reflect on the role of scientific innovation in developing indigenous technologies.