Union Budget 2025-26 What Nuclear Power Sector Gets
The Union Budget 2025-26 marks a significant step in India’s nuclear energy ambitions. The government has prioritized nuclear power as a cornerstone of the country’s long-term energy strategy. With a target of achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047, India is positioning itself to reduce dependency on fossil fuels, bolster energy security, and fulfill its environmental commitments. Key to this effort is the establishment of the Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat, which will promote domestic nuclear capabilities, encourage private sector involvement, and develop advanced nuclear technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).
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Why in the news? | Union Budget 2025-26 What Nuclear Power Sector Gets? |
Nuclear Energy Mission | Launch of Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat to achieve 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047. |
Research & Development (R&D) | ₹20,000 crore allocated for the development of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). Aim to develop five indigenous SMRs by 2033. |
Legislative Amendments | Amendments to the Atomic Energy Act and Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act to encourage private sector participation. |
Private Sector Involvement | Private sector collaboration on Bharat Small Reactors (BSRs), SMR development, and new nuclear technologies. |
Bharat Small Reactors (BSRs) | 220 MW Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs) for industrial applications. Focus on reducing land requirements and increasing safety. |
Nuclear Capacity Expansion | Expansion from 8,180 MW to 22,480 MW by 2031-32. Ten new reactors across various states. |
Recent Achievements | Criticality achieved at RAPP-7 (Sept 2024), uranium discovery at Jaduguda Mines, and commercial operation of 700 MWe PHWR at Kakrapar. |
Safety and Environmental Goals | Commitment to stringent safety standards and achieving net-zero emissions. Focus on clean, reliable, and sustainable nuclear energy. |
Future Technologies | Development of High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactors (HTGRs) and Molten Salt Reactors (MSRs) for hydrogen production and thorium utilization. |
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