India Emphasizes Nuclear Safety and Private Sector Involvement
The Minister also emphasized a shift towards greater private sector involvement in the nuclear power sector. This move aligns with global best practices and aims to bolster India’s nuclear power capabilities while reducing reliance on public funds. He further elaborated that nuclear power generation capacity has surged from 22,480 MW in 2014 to the current 35,333 MW, while installed capacity has doubled from 4,780 MW to 8,880 MW.
India Doubles Down on Nuclear Energy, Targeting 100 GW By 2047
The Union Budget 2025-26 has unveiled a major push for nuclear energy, placing it at the forefront of India’s long-term energy transition strategy. The government has set an ambitious target of 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047, envisioning nuclear energy as a cornerstone of the nation’s energy mix.
Deterministic Safety Analysis For Water Cooled Reactors
This new Safety Guide will provide a comprehensive framework for conducting DSA in Indian nuclear power plants, ensuring adherence to the highest safety standards and promoting continuous improvement in nuclear safety practices. It will be a valuable resource for designers, operators, and regulators involved in the Indian nuclear power program.
No Safety Concerns at Nuclear Power Plants, Says Union Minister
The Minister of State for Atomic Energy highlighted the extensive epidemiological surveys conducted in areas surrounding nuclear power plants. These studies, involving reputed medical colleges and the Tata Memorial Hospital, have consistently concluded that the operation of these plants poses no health risks to the local population.
AERB Revises Safety Guide on ‘In-Service Inspection of Nuclear Power Plants’
The document outlines the various stresses and environmental factors that impact the structure, systems, and components (SSCs) of Nuclear Power Plants (NPPs) and the importance of inspecting these to ensure their integrity and safety during operation. The scope of the safety guide applies to land-based NPPs of Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWR) and Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) types, outlining provisions for safety-related systems and pressure-retaining components.
