Dr. Deependra Parajuli, Director of Student Welfare and Sports Directorate and Assistant Professor of Physics, has secured an Institutional Research Grant of NPR 1 crore through RECAST, Tribhuvan University. The project, “Innovative Cold Storage Solutions for Enhancing Citrus Storage and Marketability,” will develop practical cold storage technology, including a prototype store to be handed over to society, improving citrus quality, shelf-life, and market access. This achievement highlights Dr. Parajuli’s visionary leadership, applied research expertise, and commitment to societal development.