Chandigarh, March 20 -- Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has announced that North India's first nuclear project will be established in Gorakhpur, a small town in Haryana.

The revelation came during the Minister's address to the Lok Sabha, where he reaffirmed the government's commitment to expanding India's nuclear energy capabilities, including the Jaitapur Nuclear Power Project.

Responding to concerns raised in Parliament, Dr. Singh provided clarification regarding the environmental clearance status of the Jaitapur project, noting that it is currently under renewal.

He emphasised that the necessary safeguards are in place to address ecological and safety concerns that have been raised by various stakeholders.

The Minister expressed ...