The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India Bill, 2025, was introduced in the Lok Sabha yesterday. Minister of State for Atomic Energy, Dr Jitendra Singh, introduced the Bill.
The bill is aimed at the development of nuclear energy and ionising radiation for nuclear power generation for the welfare of the countrymen. It also seeks to provide a robust regulatory framework for its safe and secure utilisation. The Bill seeks to constitute the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board and establish the Atomic Energy Redressal Advisory Council. The Bill also provides for the liability of the Central Government in the event of a nuclear incident. The Central Government has established a Nuclear Liability Fund for the purpose of meeting its liability under the Bill.
The opposition members opposed the introduction of the bill.
