CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehradun celebrates 83rd CSIR Foundation Day
The CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP) commemorated the 83rd
Foundation Day of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) with
a ceremony on October 7, 2024 that showcased its achievements in research and
commitment to sustainability.
Chandrasekhar N, ED and Head (R&D), BPCL graced the Event as Chief
Guest while Rama Rao Marri, VP & MD of Lummus Technology was the Guest of
Honour.
The celebration began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, a symbol
of enlightenment and new beginnings. In his inaugural address, Director
CSIR-IIP Dr HS Bisht, highlighted the importance of developing sustainable technologies
to address pressing challenges as India approaches its centenary of
independence. He emphasized the need for innovative solutions that will pave
the way for a sustainable future.
Chief Guest Chandrasekhar N discussed the critical necessity of
collaboratively utilizing resources to meet India’s net-zero targets. He
stressed the vital role of partnerships between research institutions and
industry in fostering innovation and driving meaningful change in
sustainability practices.
Guest of Honour Rama Rao Marri elaborated on the “IIP and Lummus’s
potential collaboration for Bharat’s Growth Initiatives,” emphasising the
importance of comprehensive technologies that align with India’s Swachh Bharat
and Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA) initiatives. He highlighted key areas of
focus, including addressing plastic waste pollution, implementing decarbonisation
strategies, and advancing green technologies such as biofuel production and
bio-petrochemical products.
The ceremony also honoured employees with 25 years of dedicated service
to CSIR, as well as those who retired between September 30, 2023, and August
31, 2024. Their contributions have significantly shaped the institute’s legacy.
In line with the tradition of recognizing excellence, awards were
presented for the “Swatchata Mission” initiative. The IIP’s cleanliness drive
serves as an inspiration to the community, encouraging active participation in
maintaining cleanliness and promoting environmental awareness. Laboratory
Representatives of CSIR-IIP were awarded for their commitment to maintaining
clean and organised workspaces.
The evening festivities included a vibrant cultural program showcasing
the talents of children of IIP staff, students, project personnel, and regular
staff, who performed with enthusiasm through song and dance. The celebration
also featured a prize distribution for the badminton event, further engaging
the community.
The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks from Dr. Hemant
Madhukar Kulkarni, Chief Scientist and Head of SCDD at CSIR-IIP.
As CSIR-IIP continues to uphold CSIR’s vision of becoming a world-class
research organisation, it remains committed to delivering high-quality
scientific and sustainable solutions that address both national and global
challenges.