Parliament opens doors for private companies in nuclear energy

India Dec 18, 2025

Big news: Parliament just passed the SHANTI Bill, which means private companies can now build and run nuclear power plants in India—something only government agencies could do before.
The idea is to bring in more investment and fresh energy (literally) by making it easier for private players to join the game.

Why this matters for India's future

The government says this move will help meet India's rising power needs while sticking to strict safety standards.
Minister Jitendra Singh reassured everyone that all existing safety rules will stay in place, so the focus stays on clean, reliable energy without cutting corners on security.