Former Minister Dr. T.M. Thomas Issac visited IRTC. During his three days visit from July 31 to Aug 2, he interacted with the scientists, researchers and staff at IRTC. Dr. Issac expressed his wishes for the ongoing projects and shared his insights for future goals.

He released the progress report of the various waste management activities carried out by the Harithakarmasena across different local bodies in Kerala prepared by IRTC Haritha Sahaya Sthapanam (a body to provide technical help for waste management initiatives for the local bodies). He interacted with various stakeholders associated with the activities.

He inaugurated the Samata Fest 2021 organised by IRTC- Parishad Production Centre in a programme held at Jubliee Campus of IRTC.