Naveen Jindal Group Explores 18 GW Nuclear Power Projects Across 9 States

Naveen Jindal Group is exploring the development of 18 GW of nuclear power capacity across nine Indian states, positioning itself to become one of the country’s largest private-sector investors in nuclear energy.

The proposed projects are being evaluated in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Karnataka. The initiative aligns with India’s growing focus on expanding clean, reliable, and low-carbon energy sources to meet rising electricity demand and long-term climate commitments.

The investment, estimated to exceed ₹1.5 lakh crore, is expected to include a combination of conventional nuclear power plants and emerging Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technologies. The group is also exploring partnerships with global nuclear technology providers to support project development and technology deployment.

The move comes as the Indian government works to increase private sector participation in the nuclear energy sector through policy reforms and regulatory changes aimed at accelerating capacity addition. Nuclear power is expected to play a critical role in achieving India’s clean energy targets while ensuring stable baseload electricity for industries and households.

If implemented, the proposed projects would significantly enhance India’s nuclear generation capacity, strengthen energy security, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and create substantial employment opportunities across engineering, construction, manufacturing, and operations. The initiative also reflects growing private-sector confidence in India’s evolving clean energy ecosystem and long-term infrastructure growth.