Naveen Jindal Group Explores Sites in 9+ States for 18 GW Nuclear Power Projects Worth Lakhs of Crore
Naveen Jindal Group has begun exploring potential locations across more than nine states for its proposed 18 GW nuclear power projects, marking its entry into India's nuclear energy sector. The group has incorporated Jindal Nuclear Power Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jindal Renewables, to execute the plan.
States under consideration include Gujarat, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. The group is primarily focusing on coastal states, since nuclear power plants require a reliable and abundant water supply for cooling and operations, though inland states with adequate river or reservoir access are also being evaluated. Site selection is based on land availability, water resources, geological and seismic suitability, transmission connectivity, regulatory readiness and long-term project viability.
The group plans to install large modular reactors (LMRs) of 700 MW and above at the proposed sites. According to industry estimates cited by the group, setting up every 1 GW of nuclear capacity requires investments of ₹15,000–20,000 crore, and a nuclear project typically takes around three years from conception to commissioning.
Naveen Jindal Group, which operates in steel, mining, power, renewables and real estate, is also in discussions with several international companies to explore advanced nuclear technologies and potential partnerships. The proposed 18 GW portfolio is intended to support India's target of achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047. The projects remain at an early evaluation stage, with final site locations yet to be decided.