GG News Bureau
Hanle, Ladakh, 9th Oct. The Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) observatory, the largest imaging Cherenkov telescope in Asia, has been inaugurated at Hanle, Ladakh. Located at an altitude of 4,300 meters, it holds the distinction of being the world’s highest telescope of its kind.
The inauguration took place on October 4, led by Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty, Secretary of the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission. This event was part of the DAE’s platinum jubilee celebrations.
Built indigenously by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) in Mumbai, the MACE telescope has received support from the Electronics Corporation of India Ltd (ECIL) and other Indian industry partners. The observatory is a significant achievement in India’s efforts toward advancing cosmic-ray research.
During the inauguration, Dr. Mohanty lauded the collaborative efforts that made the MACE project a reality, emphasizing its role in positioning India as a global leader in high-energy gamma-ray research. “The MACE observatory is a monumental achievement for India, placing the country at the forefront of cosmic-ray research globally,” he said.
The MACE telescope will enable scientists to explore high-energy gamma rays, offering deeper insights into some of the universe’s most energetic phenomena. The project also aims to contribute to the socio-economic development of the Ladakh region by fostering scientific progress and collaboration.
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