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India aims to expand its nuclear power capacity from about 9 GW to 100 GW by 2047, with private-sector participation being crucial for achieving this target, according to Sunita Kumar, President and CEO of Bajaj Energy.

IN · 2026-09-14

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Key takeaway

India aims to expand nuclear power capacity from ~9 GW to 100 GW by 2047, contingent on private-sector participation.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerIndia sets a target to expand nuclear power capacity to 100 GW by 2047, with private-sector participation encouraged.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onPrivate-sector entry and direct uranium procurement ease supply constraints and intensify competition, driving investment and efficiency in the power sector.
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onExpanded nuclear capacity reduces reliance on imported fossil fuels, stabilizing long-term electricity supply and tariffs for Indian SMEs.
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youSMEs with high energy intensity see improved margin stability as grid power becomes less volatile and less exposed to fossil-fuel price shocks.

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Source: The Hindu BusinessLine

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