(a) whether the Government are aware that the Nuclear Power Plant at Narora is situated at the seismically active fault;
(b) if so, the steps being taken to prevent leakage of radiation in the event of seismic activity to protect human life;
(c) whether there is a proposal to shut it or shift the plant in a more stable area in the national interest; and
(d) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE DEPARTMENT OF ATOMIC ENERGY
(SMT. VASUNDHARA RAJE)
(a) & (b) The seismicity at the site of the Narora Atomic Power
Station is taken into account in the design and construction
of the power station. Earthquake shock absorbers and other
restraining devices have been incorporated to ensure
integrity of piping and alignment of components during
postulated seismic events. All safety related systems and
components are seismically qualified. In addition,
appropriate instrumentation is provided to monitor seismic
events and to shut down the reactor safely if the need
arises.
(c) No, Sir.
(d) Does not arise.