Inauguration of Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) Observatory in Hanle, Ladakh
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Date | October 4, 2024 |
| Inaugurated by | Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty, Secretary of DAE and Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission |
| Facility | Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) Observatory |
| Location | Hanle, Ladakh, at an altitude of approximately 4,300 meters |
| Key Organizations | Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL), and other Indian industry partners |
| Main Focus | Observation of high-energy gamma rays |
| Phenomena Studied | Supernovae, Black Holes, Gamma-Ray Bursts |
| Project Aim | Enhance India's contributions to space research, foster international collaborations, inspire future scientists |
| Significance of MACE | Largest imaging Cherenkov telescope in Asia, highest in the world, advances India's capabilities in space and astrophysics |
| Inauguration Ceremony | Commemorative plaques unveiled, addresses by key dignitaries, interactive sessions with astronomers and technicians |
| Dignitaries Present | Dr. S. M. Yusuf (BARC), Shri A. R. Sule (DAE), Prof. Annapoorni Subramanian (IIA), Shri Sajjad Hussain Mufti (Ladakh Forests) |