As India Plans Nuclear Scale-Up, International Atomic Energy Agency IAEA Confirms Zero Accident Record
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Why in news
India plans a massive nuclear power scale-up to 100 GW by 2045, while the IAEA confirmed India's zero-accident safety record.
Background
India aims to increase nuclear capacity from 8 GW to 100 GW over a 21-year period. The IAEA Incident and Emergency Centre in Vienna monitors global nuclear safety and coordinated responses to incidents like the Fukushima disaster.
Facts for Prelims
- FactIndia's target nuclear power capacity: 100 GW by 2045
- BodyIAEA Incident and Emergency Centre is located in Vienna, Austria
- S&TIAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) is the global forum for promoting cooperation in the nuclear field
- FactIndia's current nuclear capacity: 8 GW
For Mains
Q. Examine the challenges and safety protocols involved in India's ambitious plan to scale up nuclear power capacity to 100 GW by 2045.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Safety infrastructure: Requirement for advanced emergency response systems and real-time monitoring in line with IAEA standards
- Grid integration: Technical hurdles in integrating large-scale nuclear power into the national electricity grid
- Regulatory oversight: Strengthening the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board's oversight over private and public nuclear projects
Keywords: Nuclear Scale-up · Energy Security · IAEA Safety Standards · Decarbonization · Nuclear Safety Framework
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