Current Affairs - National - Discussion

Kalpakkam is the location of India’s first indigenously developed 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR), which recently attained criticality. Developed by Bharatiya Nabhikiya Vidyut Nigam Ltd (BHAVINI), the reactor marks a major milestone in India’s nuclear power programme. It represents the second stage of the three-stage nuclear strategy, aimed at utilising plutonium and eventually thorium for sustainable energy production. The reactor is designed to produce more fuel than it consumes and includes advanced safety features, showcasing India’s progress in nuclear technology and self-reliance.