AERB issues permission for major equipment erection at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project
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Why in news
The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) granted permission to the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited for installing major equipment at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project Units 5 and 6.
Background
The AERB approved the installation of Reactor Pressure Vessels, Steam Generators, and Coolant Pumps on April 30th. The project site in Tamil Nadu features VVER-designed units, with Units 1-2 operational and Units 3-4 currently under construction.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyAERB: Atomic Energy Regulatory Board is the body responsible for safety reviews and assessments of nuclear projects.
- FactKudankulam Nuclear Power Project: Currently houses six Pressurised Water Reactors.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of nuclear energy in India's energy transition and the regulatory framework ensuring safety in nuclear power projects.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Safety oversight: Multi-tier safety reviews and civil construction assessments by the AERB
- Infrastructure expansion: Scaling capacity through VVER-designed Pressurised Water Reactors
- Regulatory compliance: Adherence to safety requirements for heavy equipment like Reactor Pressure Vessels
Keywords: Nuclear Safety · Energy Security · Regulatory Framework · Pressurised Water Reactors · Infrastructure Development
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