Bihar’s First Nuclear Power Plant

On 24 June 2025, the Centre announced in Patna that it had approved the establishment of a nuclear power plant in Bihar.

The project is part of India’s plan to establish six Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) across the country under the new Nuclear Energy Mission.

Key Highlights

Component	Details
State	Bihar will receive its first nuclear power plant.
Reactor Type	The project is based on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).
National Plan	India plans to establish six SMRs across different states.
National Mission	The initiative is part of India’s new Nuclear Energy Mission.

Importance of SMRs

Feature	Significance
Modular Design	SMRs are designed for modular deployment and scalable construction.
Construction Advantage	They may reduce construction time compared to conventional nuclear plants.
Clean Energy	Nuclear energy is considered a low-carbon source of electricity generation.
Energy Security	SMRs can strengthen India’s long-term energy security and clean energy transition.

PT Facts

SMR: Stands for Small Modular Reactor.
SMRs: Smaller nuclear reactors designed for modular deployment and potentially lower construction time.
Nuclear Energy: Considered a low-carbon source of electricity generation.
Department of Atomic Energy: Oversees India’s nuclear power programme.

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