India’s Nuclear Programme Dedicated to Peaceful Purposes, Says Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh; Nuclear Energy to Power AI-Driven Future

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh stated at the Bloomberg Economy Forum 2026 that India's nuclear programme is dedicated exclusively to peaceful purposes and national development, guided by the vision of Dr. Homi Bhabha. He noted that India targets 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 and Net Zero emissions by 2070, with nuclear energy playing a crucial role in providing reliable electricity for AI and data centres. Additionally, the Minister highlighted the government's approach to opening critical and sensitive sectors to non-government and private players, while emphasizing responsible, human-led application and integrity in using Artificial Intelligence.