New Delhi [India], June 27 (HBTV): Union Minister for Power Manohar Lal on Thursday visited the Gorakhpur Haryana Anu Vidyut Pariyojana (GHAVP) to review the progress of the nuclear power project being implemented by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) under the Department of Atomic Energy.

The project involves the construction of 4 x 700 MWe Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs). Once completed, 50 per cent of the electricity generated will be allocated to Haryana, significantly boosting the state’s energy capacity, an official release stated. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was also present during the visit.

According to the official release, under Unit-1 milestones, the First Pour of Concrete is targeted by October 2025, First Criticality by June 2030, and commercial operation is expected by March 2031. Unit-2 will follow with a six-month gap from Unit-1.

The Minister was also briefed on NPCIL’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. A total of INR 75 crore has been spent on community development projects, including construction of roads and schools, provision of medical vans, and the development of an Astro Turf Hockey Ground. Skill development initiatives and public awareness programmes have also been conducted in schools, NCC camps, and civil service training programmes.

The Atom on Wheels mobile exhibition van was highlighted as a key outreach initiative to educate and engage the public on nuclear energy and safety.

The Union Minister appreciated NPCIL’s efforts and reiterated the importance of nuclear power in achieving clean, safe, and reliable energy for the nation’s future.

(ANI)