JOURNAL ARTICLE

Historic milestone: PM Modi on fast breeder reactor at Kalpakkam achieving criticality.

  • Published In: India Together, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 2

  • Database: Sociology Source Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on the achievement of the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, reaching criticality on April 6, 2024, marking a significant milestone in India's nuclear energy program. The PFBR, a 500 MWe reactor built entirely with indigenous technology, uses Uranium-Plutonium Mixed Oxide (MOX) fuel and is designed to eventually utilize Thorium-232 to produce Uranium-233 for India's third stage nuclear power program. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the accomplishment as a historic step toward long-term energy security and highlighted the contributions of Indian nuclear scientists to the nation's development. This advancement underscores India's commitment to advancing its civil nuclear capabilities through homegrown technology. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:India Together. 2026/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:193286763
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