NTPC Boosts Nuclear Ambitions, Seeks Global Partners for 30 GW Expansion

• NTPC aims for 30 GW nuclear capacity, targeting 2 GW by 2032, aligning with India's 100 GW goal by 2047.
• Signed NDAs with Rosatom and EDF for large pressurised water reactors; exploring SMRs with Holtec International.
• Considering equity investment in US-based Clean Core Thorium Energy (CCTE) for ANEEL fuel technology.
• Actively reviewing land options in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Andhra Pradesh for new facilities.
• Currently developing a ₹42,000 crore nuclear project with NPCIL in Rajasthan.

Why It Matters: NTPC aggressively expands into nuclear power, leveraging global tech and fuel partnerships.