Homi J. Bhabha, a visionary scientist and founder of India’s nuclear programme, left behind timeless lessons for those passionate about scientific discovery. From nurturing curiosity to embracing resilience, his insights continue to inspire aspiring scientists on their journey to greatness.
New Delhi: Great minds often emerge from the simplest discoveries, and every child is born with a spark of brilliance. Curiosity is simply a natural part of our capacity to unlock the mysteries of science. But how does one transform this curiosity into groundbreaking discoveries? By delving into uncharted questions, we come closer to the truth—a path that Homi J.
Bhabha himself may have journeyed. This is precisely why the story of the father of India’s nuclear programme is so compelling. Born on 30 October 1909 in Bombay to Jehangir and Meherbai Bhabha, Homi J.
Bhabha began his education at the John Connon School in Bombay and later continued his studies at Cambridge. His journey led him to become one of the most influential scientists in Indian history. As the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET)—now renamed the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour—Bhabha laid the groundwork for India’s atomic research and secured a place for India on the global scientific stage.
His influence extended beyond nuclear physics; he was instrumental in advancing India’s electronics industry, opening doors to a future full of possibility and ambition. Besid.
