India's Nuclear Power Corporation installed the reactor pressure vessel for Kudankulam Unit-5, a key milestone supported by Russia's Rosatom. This marks progress in India's nuclear energy expansion and India-Russia cooperation.
The Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant's 5th unit, a joint India-Russia project, has installed its reactor pressure vessel, a crucial step towards operationality by year-end, contributing to India's clean energy goals and a total site capacity of 6,000 MW.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated he anticipates decisions on new locations for the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant project in India. He also highlighted ongoing cooperation in hydrocarbon energy and Russia's role as a key foreign investor in India's economy, particularly in pharmaceuticals.
NPCIL has reached a key commissioning milestone at Kudankulam Unit-3 with the start of 'Spillage to Open Reactor' on April 25, 2026, a vital process for cleaning coolant systems and preparing for full operations.
