Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reiterated his government's commitment to expanding nuclear power, targeting 100 GW by 2047, while criticizing opposition parties for allegedly blocking clean energy projects. Speaking at a climate conference in New Delhi, Modi also highlighted India's low per-capita emissions compared to developed nations. The government plans to open the nuclear sector to private investment and develop small modular reactors, with an initial budget of ₹20,000 crore. Modi also pointed to the launch of India's first indigenous hydrogen-powered train as a step toward cleaner mobility. Critics question the feasibility of the nuclear timeline and the lack of specifics on grid integration. The article covers India's energy transition strategy, balancing nuclear with renewables and hydrogen, and the political debate around climate action.
