April 09, New Delhi – International Atomic Energy Agency Director-General Rafael Mariano Grossi warmly praised India's achievement in achieving criticality of the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday.
In a post on social media, X, the IAEA Chief described this development as "impressive progress by India in achieving criticality of the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, a key step forward in fuel sustainability and the future of nuclear energy."
He reiterated the IAEA's commitment to India, stating that the organization "will continue to support the safe and secure development of India's nuclear programme."
Grossi concluded his message on X, extending congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Criticality in a fast breeder reactor is a crucial technical milestone where the nuclear chain reaction becomes self-sustaining, enabling the reactor to produce more fuel than it consumes.
This landmark achievement marks a significant advancement in India's indigenous nuclear programme and its pursuit of long-term energy sustainability.
(File Photo: International Atomic Energy Agency Director-General Rafael Mariano Grossi)
