Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Sept 21: During an orientation workshop here today at PGCIL regional headquarters, the Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences (DIPAS)—a leading laboratory under Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has handed over critical high-altitude sustenance technologies to Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL).
This workshop was organized to prepare employees for high-altitude operations as part of the 5000 MW Pang-Kaithal High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) project in Ladakh.
The Pang-Kaithal HVDC project, located at an altitude of 15,760 feet, is a significant step towards energy security in Ladakh and the wider integration of solar power into India’s national grid.
The technologies transferred by DIPAS will support PGCIL in the high-altitude sustenance of its workforce during the project.
Earlier, DRDO signed an MoU with PGCIL to provide technical knowledge on high-altitude induction and sustenance. DIPAS, known for its pioneering work in high-altitude research, has previously formulated acclimatization protocols for Indian Army in Himalayan region.
The laboratory has developed a range of solutions for high-altitude conditions, including nutritional ration scales, protective clothing, non-conventional energy-based shelters and cold-injury prevention creams.
Director DIPAS, Dr. Rajeev Varshney chaired the induction programme along with Chief General Manager, Amit Sharma, Incharge Pang-Kaithal HVDC Project, PGCIL.
Senior scientists from DRDO and officials from PGCIL were also present at the workshop.
Secretary of Department of Defence R&D and Chairman of DRDO, Dr. Samir V Kamat congratulated DIPAS team for their collaboration with PGCIL on this project of national importance.
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