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Nuclear Energy Roadmap and Indigenous Defence Strategy: Weekly Intelligence Report
This report covers developments in India's nuclear, aerospace, and defence sectors from March 16, 2026, to March 23, 2026. Brought to you by policyindex.ai, this intelligence highlights the strategic shift toward accelerated nuclear capacity and indigenous defense induction frameworks.
Key Statistics
| 8,780 MW | 100 GW | 2035 |
|---|---|---|
| Current Installed Nuclear Capacity | 2047 Nuclear Generation Target | Deadline for Zero Customs Duty on Nuclear Imports |
Weekly Executive Summary
- Nuclear Policy Pivot: The Government formalized a roadmap to scale nuclear capacity from the current 8.78 GW to 100 GW by 2047, supported by the newly highlighted "SHANTI Act."
- Fiscal Incentives: Total exemption of customs duty on nuclear fuels and reactor components has been extended until 2035 to lower the per-unit cost of electricity and accelerate project execution.
- Defence Induction: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) emphasized the "DISHA" (Induction and Selection in a Holistic Approach) framework for personnel and strategic outreach, while HAL-Safran partnerships for the I…
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