The Department of Atomic Energy released information on February 5, 2026, at 3:50 PM, via PIB Delhi, regarding a Parliament question on the expansion of nuclear energy. The SHANTI Act permits individuals to conduct research, development, design, and innovation in nuclear energy and radiation for peaceful purposes without requiring a license. This aims to promote the development and deployment of new reactor technologies, while considering risk-sharing mechanisms and financial instruments to mitigate costs and liabilities associated with nuclear projects. The information was provided by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions and Prime Minister's Office, in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha. Release ID: 2223792, Visitor Counter: 318. The release is also available in Urdu, Hindi, and Marathi.
Key Entities Referenced
SHANTI Act: Act allowing research, development, design, and innovation in nuclear energy without a license for peaceful uses.
Department of Atomic Energy
PARLIAMENT QUESTION: EXPANSION OF
NUCLEAR ENERGY
Posted On: 05 FEB 2026 3:50PM by PIB Delhi
The SHANTI Act allows any person to carry out research, development, design and innovation in matters
related to nuclear energy and radiation for the peaceful uses without obtaining a license. This provision
aims to promote research, development and deployment of new reactor technologies in the country.
With due cognizance of all aspects associated with risk-sharing mechanisms and financial instruments to
mitigate the high upfront costs and long-term liabilities associated with nuclear projects, concerning all
stakeholder and in full consistency with the provisions contained in the SHANTI Act.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions and
Prime Minister’s Office Dr. Jitendra Singh in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
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