India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has said that India–US nuclear collaboration holds “enormous potential,” especially in the wake of recent policy reforms aimed at expanding India’s nuclear energy capacity.
Speaking at an event in Washington organized by the Indian Embassy and the Nuclear Energy Institute, Kwatra emphasized that the partnership between India and the US in civil nuclear energy can play a transformative role in India’s energy landscape.
He highlighted the significance of the SHANTI Act (Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India), which sets a target of achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047. The Act also encourages private sector participation, opening new avenues for collaboration with US industry.
US officials, including Deputy Secretary of Energy James Danly and Assistant Secretary of State Christopher Yeaw, joined the event and reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to supporting India’s nuclear ambitions. Industry representatives such as Holtec International also participated, signaling strong interest from the private sector.
Kwatra noted that civil nuclear cooperation not only strengthens India’s energy security but also contributes to global climate goals and deepens strategic ties between New Delhi and Washington.
The remarks underline India’s intent to harness advanced technology and international partnerships to meet its clean energy targets, while reinforcing the broader India–US strategic relationship.
