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April 26, 1948

Homi J. Bhabha, 'Note on the Organization of Atomic Energy in India'

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A series of notes from Dr. Bhabha detailing important requirements and recommendations for the development of India’s nuclear power capabilities.

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Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Homi Bhaba Papers, IDSA-HBP-26041948. Obtained and contributed by A. Vinod Kumar and the Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses.

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