Restriction on putting nuclear power reactors

RAJYA SABHA

Setting up of significant nuclear power capacity through power reactors of 1000 MW or higher capacity in cooperation with foreign countries, including the USA, requires abundant cooling water and sea route for transportation of heavy equipment. Coastal sites, therefore are better suited for such nuclear power parks with eventual capacity of 6000-8000MW. Two sites, one of Kovvada in Andhra Pradesh and another at Chhayamithi Virdi in Gujarat have been approved in principle for setting up reactors based on co-operation with the USA. Presently discussions on setting up of nuclear power plants are being held with US companies.

This was stated by Shri Prithviraj Chavan, the Minister of State (I/C) Science &Technology and Earth Sciences in the Rajya Sabha today.

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