Homi Jehangir Bhabha (born 30 October 1909, died 24 January 1966) was an Indian physicist known as the "father of the Indian nuclear program." He made significant contributions to the development of nuclear science in India. Bhabha played a crucial role in establishing the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) in Mumbai, which became a prominent center for scientific research in India.
He also contributed to India's nuclear research and is known for his work in cosmic ray physics. Bhabha's vision and leadership were instrumental in the establishment of India's first nuclear research center, the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET), which later became the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC).
Homi Bhabha's work and vision laid the foundation for India's nuclear energy program and played a vital role in shaping the country's scientific and technological advancements in the field of nuclear science. His tragic death in a plane crash in 1966 was a significant loss to India's scientific community.
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