The Union Government has announced the establishment of North India’s first nuclear power plant in Gorakhpur, Haryana, reinforcing India’s push toward clean energy.
Key Highlights
- Gorakhpur Nuclear Power Project (GNPP) – Haryana’s first nuclear plant.
- Part of India’s Clean Energy Strategy alongside the Jaitapur Nuclear Project.
- Environmental Clearance under renewal with strict ecological & safety measures.
- Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage (CLND) Framework ensures operator responsibility.
- ₹1,500 crore Insurance Pool for nuclear liability, with additional govt. backup.
- Private Participation now permitted in India’s nuclear energy expansion.
(Source: PIB)
