New Delhi, August 8, 2025 — Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal Khattar and Minister of State for Atomic Energy Dr. Jitendra Singh jointly convened a high-level meeting in Parliament House today to review and accelerate the ambitious 100 GW Nuclear Energy Mission, aimed at significantly expanding India’s clean energy capacity and meeting the nation’s Net Zero commitments.
Roadmap to Expand Nuclear Capacity
The meeting follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s directive to substantially increase India’s nuclear power output. The reviewed plan targets an increase from the current 8.8 GW to 22 GW by 2032, with 14 GW to be added from ongoing and upcoming projects.
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh underscored the government’s landmark initiative to open the nuclear sector for private sector participation, describing it as a key move to strengthen India’s energy security. He highlighted the strong response from industries to the Bharat Small Modular Reactor (SMR) program, leading to an extension of the Request for Proposal (RFP) deadline to September 30, 2025 to encourage broader participation.
Policy Measures and Implementation Strategies
During the discussions, several strategic directives were outlined:
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Streamlining regulatory clearances and documentation
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Optimizing processing timelines and synchronizing licenses
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Prioritizing generic proposals for faster approvals
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Investing in technical upgradation and capacity building
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Maintaining strict adherence to project timelines as per the roadmap
Dr. Singh emphasized the government’s commitment to handholding and awareness-building for private sector players, noting that many were surprised by the policy shift opening nuclear energy to non-government entities.
Private Sector Engagement in Nuclear Energy
The inclusion of private participation in nuclear power marks a significant shift in India’s energy strategy, aiming to accelerate clean energy adoption while reducing dependency on fossil fuels. The government is actively encouraging industry collaboration to fast-track innovation and execution in nuclear projects.
Senior Leadership and Institutional Support
The meeting was attended by:
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Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty, Secretary, Department of Atomic Energy & Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission
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Shri Pankaj Agrawal, Secretary, Power
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Shri Gurdeep Singh, CMD, NTPC Limited
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Shri Bhuwan Chandra Pathak, CMD, Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
along with senior officials from the Departments of Power and Atomic Energy.
Conclusion
The 100 GW Nuclear Energy Mission reflects India’s determination to position nuclear power as a central pillar of its clean energy future. By opening the sector to private participation, streamlining processes, and scaling up infrastructure, the government aims to ensure that nuclear energy plays a pivotal role in achieving Net Zero emissions and strengthening national energy security.
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Source: PIB
