PM Modi praises India's nuclear and wind energy achievements
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded India's progress in nuclear and wind energy sectors during his 'Mann ki Baat' address. He highlighted the achievement of criticality in the fast breeder nuclear reactor at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, calling it a 'historic milestone' and emphasizing its indigenous technology. Modi also noted India's rapid advancement in wind energy, with generation capacity exceeding 56 gigawatts (GW) and ranking fourth globally. He mentioned the creation of new opportunities and skills for youth in this sector, contributing to sustainable economic growth.
Key Points
- PM Modi praised India's achievement of criticality in the fast breeder nuclear reactor at Kalpakkam.
- The fast breeder nuclear reactor is built entirely with indigenous technology.
- India's wind energy generation capacity has exceeded 56 GW.
- India ranks fourth globally in wind energy capacity.
Exam Facts
- Fast breeder nuclear reactor location: Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu.
- Wind energy generation capacity: >56 GW.
- India's global rank in wind energy capacity: 4th.
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