CPRI CELEBRATES 65th INSTITUTE DAY ON 16th JANUARY,2025.

Central Power Research Institute (CPRI),an autonomous Institute under the Ministry of Power,Govt.of India,with its Head Quarters in Bengaluru was initially established in Bengaluru & Bhopal in the year 1960 & has now spread across various locations Viz.Bhopal, Hyderabad,Nagpur, Noida,Kolkata and Guwahati.  Tow more units of CPRI are coming up near Nashik and Raipur.CPRI  celebrated its 65th institute day on 16th January,2025 & is presently headed by Shri.B.A.Sawale,Director General.

The activities of CPRI are Applied Research  in Electrical Power Engineering, Testing & Certification of Power equipments,Consultancy & Field Testing services to power utilities & Industry,Third Party Inspection & Vendor Analysis  And Customized training programs for utilities & Industries.The Institute has carved a niche for itself & branded as an Institutional accredited testing organisation on par with other reputed international test houses for power and electrical industries.It is one of the top 12 laboratories in the world approved for short circuit testing & certification for power equipment.Manufacturers from all over the world find CPRI as a preferable destination for their electrical testing need confirming to national & international standards.CPRI is the forerunner as well as Nodal agency of Ministry of Power,Govt.of India for undertaking research schemes in generation,transmission & distribution sectors of power in India.

CPRI has also signed MOU's with IISC,IIT's & other academic organizations in India for  collaborative research & development and demonstration of technologies.The 65 th Institute day was attended by Shri. Srikant Nagulapalli,IAS,Addl.Secretary,Ministry of Power,Govt.of India as the Chief Guest for the function. Prof.Govindan Rangarajan, Director, Indian Institute of Science,Bengaluru graced the occasion as Guest of Honour. Dr.D.Seshagiri,Outstanding scientist & Director of Naval Physical & Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL),DRDO,Kochi,  delivered the 35th Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial lecture titled " Airborne Radars - Indian scenario".Shri.B.A.Sawale,Director General,CPRI,presided over the function.Shri.Swaraj Kumar Das, and Shri.Sudhakar Reddy,Directors were also present on the occasion.

NARAYANA NETHRALAYA - LAUNCH OF Dr.BHUJANG SHETTY'S " DIABETES NO MORE"- A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO DIABETES REVERSAL.

 Diabetes, a condition increasingly prevalent in India,has reached alarming levels,making the country the Diabetes Capital of the world with over 100 million affected individuals.This chronic disease characterised by elevated  blood sugar,impacts various organs,including the eyes,kidneys,is the root cause of many conditions such as Obesity,polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS),hypertesnion and even stroke. For Dr.Bhujang Shetty,Founding Chairman of Narayana Nethralaya, diabetes was more than just a clinical challenge, it was a personal battle.Living with diabetes for over 25 years,Dr.Shetty witnessed the increasing dependence on medication and its associated complications.In his routine practice,he treated thousands of patients with eye conditions caused or worsened by diabetes,some even leading to blindness-driving him to find a solution.Through extensive research,he identified high carbohydrate intake,particularly sugar,as a key contributor to the condition.by adopting a Low Carb High Fat(LCHF) diet & incorporating other lifestyle changes, he significantly improved his blood sugar levels and overall health.

With the purpose of sharing the transformative power of food in diabetes reversal, Dr.Shetty penned down his journey with evidence based strategies in his book " Diabetes No More".This book is comprehensive guide with over 300 pages,providing in-depth knowledge about diabetes,the role of Carbohydrates & Sugar in particular,benefits of the LCHF diet,importance of intermittent fasting & exercise in diabetes reversal.It emphasizes how food can be one's medicine in managing diabetes & its associated conditions.The book also explores the connection between the mind,body and soul highlighting the importance of mental peace and happiness for overall health.

The book launch featuring both English & Kannada editions, was done in the hands of esteemed Former Chief Justice of India,Dr. Justice D.Y.Chandrachud .  Dr.Rohit Shetty,Chairman of Narayana Nethralaya, Dr.Naren Shetty,Vice Chairman,Narayana Nethralaya and Gp.Capt.S.K.Mittal VSM,CEO of Narayana Nethralaya were also present.

Furthering this mission,Narayana Nethralaya established the Reversing Diabetes Clinic,which has successfully treated thousands of patients over past three years,weaning many off insulin,reducing medication,and even reversing diabetes completely in numerous cases.

 

WISHING ALL THE READERS & THEIR FAMILIES A VERY HAPPY & HEALTHY 2025.