New Delhi, 15 February (IANS). Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh recently said that the introduction of ‘Atomic Energy Mission for Develop The plan prepares the plan.
Appreciating the Union Budget, showing the visionary approach of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for India, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said that a allocation of Rs 20,000 crore has been made for research and development in small modular reactors (SMR), which has a target of 2033 At least five indigenously designed SMRs are to be turned on.
Addressing a press conference in the Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Union Minister said, “This initiative is in line with India’s ambitious goal of achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047, which ensures that carbon emissions and ensure sustainable energy There is an important step towards doing. “
Dr. Singh appreciated the attention given to technical innovation and energy freedom in the budget. He highlighted the historic decision to allow private sector participation in the nuclear industry and described it as a gamechanger for India’s energy sector.
He said that these measures will not only help in achieving energy self -reliance but will also lead India to global leadership in advance nuclear technology by 2047.
Considering the success of opening the space sector for private players, Dr. Singh expressed confidence that similar improvement development and innovation in the nuclear sector will accelerate.
He said that the nuclear industry has been working under strict rules for decades, but recently the objective of policy changes is to promote more openness and cooperation with the point of view of ‘self -reliant India’.
The Union Minister also emphasized the government’s commitment to establish nuclear power as the foundation stone of India’s energy strategy.
He described it as a roadmap for technically advanced and self -sufficient nation.
-IANS
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