India moves closer to nuclear fuel self-reliance - World
India's Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam successfully achieved "criticality," a key milestone in its nuclear power program. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the development as a significant step towards harnessing India's thorium reserves and expanding its nuclear energy capacity. The reactor, which does not yet generate electricity for the grid, will undergo further testing before reaching full power operation. This achievement comes amidst global energy uncertainty caused by geopolitical tensions.
7 APR 2026
· THIS STORY — The Dawn
India's Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) achieved criticality, a significant milestone in its nuclear power program.
— Al Jazeera
India achieved criticality of its prototype fast breeder reactor (PBFR), marking a significant step towards reducing reliance on uranium.
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