Chandigarh, June 14 – Haryana Chief Minister  Nayab Singh Saini and Union Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal jointly visited the Haryana Anu Vidyut Pariyojana located in Gorakhpur, Fatehabad on Saturday. During the visit, Chief Minister   Nayab Singh Saini reviewed the progress of the ongoing construction works and directed the officers to complete all works as per the prescribed standards at the earliest.

Gorakhpur Nuclear Plant: A Step Toward Clean Energy and Self-Reliance

He emphasized that nuclear energy is a better source of power generation from an environmental point of view. In the review meeting,   Jivendra Kumar Jain, Project Director of Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), gave a detailed presentation. He shared information about the work being done by the Department of Atomic Energy and NPCIL, including the construction of the Gorakhpur Nuclear Power Plant, efforts to increase nuclear power production, and various CSR and public awareness programs being carried out in the region. Union Minister of Power,  Manohar Lal, stated that this ambitious project will not only fulfill the long-term energy needs of Haryana but also benefit the entire northern region of the country. He emphasized that it will also strengthen the commitment to clean and sustainable energy solutions.  He further said that projects like this will play a crucial role in helping India achieve its target of net zero carbon emissions by 2070. Describing it as a visionary initiative, he said that the project marks a significant step toward strengthening the country’s leadership and self-reliance in the field of nuclear energy under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi.

Gorakhpur : Union Minister Reviews Nuclear Project, Stresses Safety and Sustainability

The Union Minister received detailed information about the ongoing construction works during the review meeting. He instructed officers to ensure timely completion. This must be done in accordance with established safety standards. He emphasized the importance of raising public awareness about nuclear safety. This is to prevent misconceptions among the general public. He directed officers to engage with residents in nearby areas. They were tasked to inform residents about the safety measures in place for the nuclear project. The Union Minister, while directing officers, emphasized the need for better utilization of CSR funds. He directed them to coordinate closely with administrative officers and public representatives to prioritize visionary development projects. He further stated that this nuclear power project will significantly contribute to achieving Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi’s vision. The vision is to make India a developed nation by 2047. Highlighting the advantages of nuclear energy, he said that nuclear power plants are more cost-effective in the long run. They have minimal environmental impact compared to other energy sources. Union Minister Sh Manohar Lal also instructed that over 20,000 saplings be planted within the nuclear plant premises. This initiative is planned for the upcoming monsoon season to promote environmental sustainability.

Union Minister Calls for Faster Nuclear Project Execution

All states have been urged by the Union Minister to explore the feasibility of setting up nuclear plants. They must ensure that at least one nuclear power plant is established wherever possible. He also emphasized the need to expand existing nuclear facilities to meet future energy demands. Sh Manohar Lal stressed that to achieve better outcomes; the construction of this project should be expedited. He added that any challenges during the process should be promptly communicated. Both the Central and State Governments should resolve these challenges. Prior to the review meeting, NPCIL officials welcomed Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini and Union Minister Sh Manohar Lal. They were greeted at Anushilp Bhawan with shawls and mementos. After the meeting, Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini and Union Minister Sh Manohar Lal visited the project site. They inspected the ongoing construction work. The Chief Minister directed officers to focus on completing the current phase of construction. He also asked them to create a roadmap. This roadmap is for the timely commencement of the second phase of the project. It also ensures the completion of the second phase. On this occasion, Rajya Sabha MP Sh Subhash Barala, Chief Secretary Sh Anurag Rastogi, Additional Chief Secretary, Power Sh Apoorav Kumar Singh, CEA Member Sh Ajay Talegaonkar, HRPA Director Sh Suresh Babu, Director (Projects) Sh N.K. Mitharwal, Sh Sanjeev Kumar Singla, Sh H.K. Nagotia, along with other dignitaries and senior officials, were present.