Science TechnologyTuesday, 10 March 2026·The Hindu
DRDO sanctions ₹99.15 lakh antidote research project to Bharathiar University
DRDO approved a ₹99.15 lakh project for Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, to develop novel antidotes for toxic organophosphorous compounds.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In March 2026, the Defence Research and Development Organisation sanctioned a ₹99.15 lakh research project to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, for developing novel antidotes for highly toxic organophosphorous compounds under a 36-month plan.
Key specifics
- Funding: ₹99.15 lakh.
- Institution: Bharathiar University, Coimbatore.
- Project duration: 36 months, or 3 years.
- Project title: “Development of Novel Antidote(s) for Highly Toxic Organophosphorous Compounds”.
- Executed under the DRDO Industry Academia – Centre of Excellence (DIA-CoE).
Exam lens
Defence-science question: DRDO, Bharathiar University, ₹99.15 lakh, 36 months, and DIA-CoE are the key facts TNPSC may ask.