E Kumar Sharma

Why was this Bill needed? * Coal still generates 60%+ of India’s electricity * Energy demand is rising fast * Heavy dependence on fuel imports affects energy security * India's nuclear potential yet to be fully explored inspite of untapped stores of uranium and nearly 25% of world's thorium reserves Nuclear Power = Aatmanirbhar, Clean, 24×7 Energy * Reduces dependence on imported fossil fuels * Power day & night, in all seasons * Keeps homes, factories & data centres running * Zero carbon emissions during generation Strong nuclear capacity means stronger energy security for India 🇮🇳

Unlocking the door to energy independence as India turns 100 in 2047 🇮🇳 The SHANTI Bill looks beyond today and prepares India for the decades ahead. India’s nuclear roadmap: * 2025: 8.9 GW (Achieved) * 2032: 22 GW * 2037: 47 GW * 2042: 67 GW * 2047: 100 GW With clean, reliable 24×7 nuclear power, India moves steadily towards Aatmanirbhar energy, stronger energy security, and a greener future for every citizen.

My Address at the "Green Sarathi Summit" organised by #FinancialExpress New Delhi: Takeaways: "Energy independence is no longer a matter of choice but an economic, strategic, and geopolitical necessity.... Energy Independence aligned with Self-Reliance and Geopolitical Compatibility... Certain sectors—such as data centres, artificial intelligence, and advanced computing, require uninterrupted, stable, 24x7 power, where nuclear energy plays a critical role.  Therefore, Clean Energy would soon be a way of life, no more just a Policy debate... PM @NarendraModi announced India’s Net Zero target for 2070 and the government resolves to achieve 100 GW nuclear energy capacity by 2047..."