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The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) has granted permission for the "First Approach to Criticality" of the 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) located at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu. This marks a significant milestone as it is India’s first indigenous PFBR. The approval was granted after a thorough safety review, inspections, and phased core loading activities, including the insertion of control and blanket sub-assemblies. This step is crucial in advancing India’s nuclear technology and energy capabilities.