India Enters The Fast Lane Of Nuclear Energy Independence: IGCAR Director Speaks To NDTV

A landmark moment for India’s atomic energy programme. The Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam has achieved sustained nuclear fission, a milestone nearly two decades in the making. Scientists say this strengthens energy security and moves India closer to long term nuclear energy independence. NDTV’s Science Editor Pallava Bagla was given rare access into the highly secure facility and he spoke exclusively to Mr Sreekumar Pillai, Director, Indira Gandhi Center for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu.