New Delhi, Aug. 8 -- The government will open nuclear sector for private sector participation emphasizing its pivotal role in strengthening India's energy security.

Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and Minister of State for Atomic Energy Dr. Jitendra Singh, at a high-level meeting here, noted a strong and vibrant response from industries towards the Bharat Small Modular Reactor (SMR) program, leading to an extension of the Request for Proposal (RFP) submission deadline to September 30 to encourage wider participation.

The outcomes of the 4th Consultative Committee meeting held in April were fast-tracked to ensure timely implementation.

This meeting held to discuss the 100 GW Nuclear Energy Mission, follows up on Prime Minister...