Engineers overseeing the 'Spillage to Open Reactor' process at Kudankulam Nuclear Plant Unit-3.
The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has achieved a critical commissioning milestone at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project, Unit-3. The facility successfully commenced ‘Spillage to Open Reactor’ on April 25, 2026, marking a significant step towards its operational readiness.
This development is highlighted by NPCIL as a major stride in India’s pursuit of energy security and sustainability. The commencement of this process indicates progress in the complex procedures required to bring the nuclear power unit online.
The Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project is a significant undertaking in India’s energy sector, aiming to bolster the nation’s power generation capacity through nuclear energy. Unit-3’s advancement towards commissioning is a key event in this ongoing development.
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