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The Indian government is working towards achieving a nuclear power capacity of 100 gigawatts (GW) by 2047. This initiative, detailed in the Nuclear Energy Mission of the Union Budget 2025-26, aims to increase the share of reliable nuclear energy in India’s energy mix, supporting the country's goal
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The Department of Atomic Energy has reported that India currently has 24 operational nuclear power reactors with a total capacity of 8,780 MW. Recent data shows that the average Plant Load Factor (PLF) of these reactors is higher compared to that of thermal power plants across the country, as
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India currently has a nuclear power capacity of 8,780 MW with 24 operational plants and is aiming for a capacity expansion of 13,100 MW by 2031-32, with ongoing projects and newly approved initiatives. Source: Original Link
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The Government of India currently operates 24 nuclear power plants with a combined capacity of 8,780 MW. While there are no immediate plans to expand nuclear energy capacity to replace thermal power, a Sub-Committee is investigating the potential of converting retired thermal plant sites into nuclear plant locations. The
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The Department of Atomic Energy in India is overseeing the implementation of seventeen nuclear power reactors with a total capacity of 13,100 MW. The projects are being executed in various stages, including construction and pre-project activities across several locations such as Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Haryana. Monitoring and reviewing
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The Indian government is implementing a strategic nuclear program to enhance energy capacity by leveraging its vast thorium reserves. The Three-Stage Nuclear Power Programme aims to increase nuclear capacity to 22 GW by 2031-32 and further to 100 GW by 2047, with significant contributions from indigenous thorium-based reactors. Ambitious projects
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India's Department of Atomic Energy reports that nuclear power generation, which currently accounts for about 3.1% of the country's total electricity output, is set to enhance significantly with new reactor capacities. The installed capacity of 8.78 GW will potentially rise to 22.38 GW
Nuclear Power
The Department of Atomic Energy reported that India's nuclear power capacity currently stands at 8780 MW from 24 reactors, with 4 reactors undergoing refurbishment. Several projects are under construction and pre-project activities, which will increase the total capacity to 22380 MW upon completion. Key projects include RAPP-8 in
Nuclear Power
As of August 2025, India has an installed nuclear power capacity of 8,780 MW from 24 reactors, with 20 operational and 4 undergoing refurbishment. Future projects aim to increase capacity to 22,380 MW by 2032, including several under construction and pre-project activities across various states. Key projects include
Nuclear Power
The Department of Atomic Energy outlines a comprehensive roadmap for India's energy sector through nuclear power, focusing on indigenous development and international collaboration. Key strategies include the deployment of Indigenous Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs), construction of new reactors, and the development of Indigenous Fast Breeder Reactors (FBRs)
Kudankulam
The Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP) currently has two operational units (KKNPP-1 & 2) generating a total of 2000 MW. Power allocation from these units is distributed among several states, with Karnataka receiving 442 MW, Kerala 266 MW, Tamil Nadu 925 MW, and Puducherry 67 MW, while 300 MW remains
Atomic Energy
The Department of Atomic Energy highlights the significant contributions of atomic energy across various sectors including agriculture, food preservation, defense, healthcare, and water treatment. Key advancements include the development of new crop varieties, food irradiation technologies, medical isotopes for cancer treatment, and eco-friendly water treatment solutions. The nuclear power sector