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Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh has disclosed that India's nuclear power capacity is set for a remarkable threefold increase, soaring from 7,480 MW to 22,800 MW by the fiscal year 2031-32.
In a written response to a question posed in the Lok Sabha, Dr Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, as well as MoS in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) overseeing Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy, and Space, underscored the government's commitment to diversifying energy sources. The administration aims to promote atomic energy alongside other energy sources, implementing various policy measures to achieve this goal.
To amplify the contribution of nuclear power to India's overall electricity generation, strategic initiatives have been undertaken. These include administrative approval and financial sanction for the establishment of ten indigenous 700 MW Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs) in a fleet mode. Additionally, the creation of the Indian Nuclear Insurance Pool (INIP) facilitates the implementation of the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage (CLND) Act. Amendments to the Atomic Energy Act have been made to enable joint ventures of public sector companies to set up nuclear power projects. Furthermore, agreements with foreign countries have been forged to enhance nuclear power cooperation, including the supply of fuel. These measures collectively aim to bolster India's nuclear power infrastructure and contribute to its energy security objectives.
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