JOURNAL ARTICLE

India's First Fast Breeder Nuclear Reactor Reaches Criticality.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Del Bello, Lou 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the achievement of criticality by India’s first domestically built fast breeder nuclear reactor, located in Tamil Nadu. This prototype reactor is designed to produce more nuclear fuel than it consumes and is expected to generate 500 megawatts of electrical power once operational. The technology also holds potential for utilizing thorium, a resource abundant in India but not naturally fissile. India aims to expand its nuclear capacity significantly by 2047 to enhance energy security and support decarbonization, supported by recent legislation limiting supplier liability to encourage investment in the sector. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2026/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:192815019
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