In Rajya Sabha, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Affirms Fast-Track Nuclear Expansion; Capacity Set to Triple by 2031–32

• Union MoS (IC) Atomic Energy Dr. Jitendra Singh told Rajya Sabha on 12 Feb 2026 that India's nuclear capacity will triple to ~22,480 MW by 2031–32 and target 100 GW by 2047 under the Nuclear Energy Mission.
• Key signals: Kudankulam 3–6 on track despite Russia–Ukraine geopolitics; Jaitapur 6×1650 MW EPR negotiations advancing; customs/duty exemptions till 2035; Gadgil formula apportions 50% power to host state.
• Critical for UPSC GS-III (Energy Security, S&T) and GS-II (federalism, Centre-State, treaties).