Union Science and Technology Minister Dr Jitendra Singh has termed the SHANTI Bill as one of the Narendra Modi government’s biggest science reforms. Talking to the media in New Delhi today, Mr Singh said, India’s nuclear power capacity has doubled from about 4.4 Giga Watt in 2014 to nearly 8.7 Giga Watt today.

The Minister said the SHANTI Bill marks a historic reform in India’s nuclear sector, unlocking its potential for peaceful, clean, and sustainable energy while maintaining uncompromising standards of safety, sovereignty, and public interest. He added that the third term of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is distinctly characterised by bold, structural reforms, with a strong emphasis on science, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Highlighting the demands of the emerging AI, quantum and data-driven economy, Mr Singh said nuclear energy is indispensable for providing reliable, round-the-clock power, unlike intermittent renewable sources.