nuclear energy in India
India's SHANTI Bill: Transforming Nuclear Energy Sector with Private Participation and 100GW Vision by 2047
Dec 12, 2025 11:16 pm CST
The groundbreaking SHANTI Bill (Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India) represents India's most significant nuclear energy reform in 60 years. Approved by Prime Minister Modi's cabinet, the legislation ends the government monopoly, enables private sector participation, and establishes a framework to achieve 100GW nuclear capacity by 2047. This strategic initiative aims to strengthen energy security, support climate goals, and create economic opportunities while modernizing the regulatory environment for safe, reliable nuclear power expansion.
Russia-India Nuclear Collaboration: Putin Commits to Full Capacity Development of Kudankulam Plant
Dec 05, 2025 06:33 pm CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has reaffirmed Russia's commitment to bringing India's largest nuclear power plant at Kudankulam to full capacity. During his visit to New Delhi, Putin highlighted that two of six planned reactors are already operational, with Rosatom delivering nuclear fuel for the third reactor. This flagship project represents a significant enhancement to India's energy infrastructure, with potential expansion into small modular reactors and nuclear applications in medicine and agriculture.
Russia's Rosatom Delivers Nuclear Fuel for Kudankulam's Third Reactor During Putin's India Visit
Dec 05, 2025 02:33 pm CST
Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom has delivered the first consignment of nuclear fuel for Tamil Nadu's Kudankulam plant's third reactor, coinciding with President Putin's visit to India. The delivery is part of a 2024 contract to supply fuel for the third and fourth VVER-1000 reactors throughout their operational lifespan, with seven total shipments planned to complete the reactor core.
India's Nuclear Energy Expansion: 100 GW Target to Power Carbon-Free Development by 2047
Nov 22, 2025 12:24 am CST
India is implementing an ambitious nuclear energy strategy to meet its growing power demands while pursuing climate goals. The government targets 100 gigawatts of nuclear capacity by 2047, opening the sector to private investment and developing indigenous technology alongside international partnerships. This expansion is supported by significant budget increases, fleet-mode construction approaches, and development of small modular reactors to establish nuclear power as a cornerstone of India's clean energy future.