Atomic Energy Bill 2025
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.
India's Nuclear Power Sector Opening to Private Investment: PM Modi Announces Major Energy Policy Shift
Nov 28, 2025 10:12 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced plans to open India's nuclear power sector to private players, aiming to increase capacity from 8.8 GW to 100 GW by 2047. This landmark policy shift will create opportunities in small modular reactors and advanced nuclear technologies while strengthening the country's energy security. The Atomic Energy Bill 2025 will be introduced in Parliament's upcoming Winter session to facilitate this transition.