The Indian government has said it will develop at least 100 GW of Nuclear energy by 2047 for energy transition.
The finance minister Nirmal a Sitharaman made this announcement while presenting the country’s annual budget for 2025-2026.
The minister emphasized that achieving the development of at least 100 GW of nuclear energy by 2047 is crucial for India’s energy transition initiatives. She outlined that this ambitious target would play a significant role in reducing the country’s carbon footprint and ensuring a sustainable energy future.
To foster an active partnership with the private sector in realizing this goal, the minister announced that amendments to two key pieces of legislation — the Atomic Energy Act and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act — would be pursued. These revisions are expected to ease regulatory barriers and encourage greater private sector participation in nuclear energy development.
Additionally, she noted that last year, the Indian government revealed that there were 21 nuclear reactors in various stages of implementation across the country, with a combined capacity of 15,300 MW. This growing nuclear energy capacity reflects India’s commitment to expanding its clean energy portfolio, positioning nuclear power as a central component of its energy mix moving forward.
