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In a recent statement in Lok Sabha, Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board's stringent regulatory framework for ensuring nuclear safety in India. This framework, which aligns with International Atomic Energy Agency standards, mandates periodic safety reviews and inspections across all nuclear power plants, ensuring compliance
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India has implemented a robust system for nuclear safety in its civilian nuclear facilities, overseen by the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB). The AERB enforces safety and security regulations through an Integrated Management System (IMS) and ensures compliance through regular inspections and international standards alignment. Emergency readiness is also prioritized
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The Rajya Sabha has approved the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025, which was previously passed by the Lok Sabha. The bill aims to streamline India's nuclear governance by consolidating existing laws and granting statutory status to the Atomic Energy Regulatory
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The Department of Atomic Energy has conducted a re-assessment of safety protocols for Indian nuclear power plants following significant global nuclear incidents, including the Fukushima disaster. This assessment, carried out by the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB), ensures that Indian plants are equipped to handle severe natural events like earthquakes