India Pushes States To Set Up Nuclear Reactors In Major Energy Initiative

India is pushing for nuclear power plants in states with aging thermal plants or limited coal access, aiming to reduce fossil fuel reliance. The government plans to increase nuclear capacity from 8 GW to over 20 GW by 2032. It also seeks private investment for small-scale reactors. India’s long-term goal is net-zero carbon emissions by 2070 and adding 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030.