New Delhi, July 11: NITI Aayog organized a consultative meeting on the implementation of the Peace Act 2025 at the Samarastha Auditorium of Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi on Friday. Representatives from the government, research institutions, industry, policymakers, and experts participated in the discussion. The meeting focused on the necessary action plan and institutional framework for the effective implementation of the Act.
The meeting was chaired by NITI Aayog member Prof. Abhay Karandikar. Key officials present included Pankaj Aggarwal, Secretary of the Ministry of Power; Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairman of the Central Electricity Authority; Gurdeep Singh, Chairman and Managing Director of NTPC Limited; Dr. Anshu Bhardwaj, Program Director at NITI Aayog; Rajnath Ram, Advisor at NITI Aayog; Dr. Garima Sharma, Head of the SSSD in the Department of Atomic Energy; and Hari Kumar, Director of the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board, among other senior officials and experts.
The meeting extensively discussed the legal and regulatory aspects related to the implementation of the Peace Act 2025. Experts provided suggestions on the rules to be formulated under the Act, regulatory processes, and provisions related to foreign investment. They also discussed measures to attract foreign investment while safeguarding domestic interests.
Additionally, the meeting deliberated on financial arrangements, insurance provisions, and risk mitigation strategies for nuclear energy projects. Experts emphasized the need for developing better insurance systems for long-term projects, increasing public awareness, and building trust within local communities.
Furthermore, discussions included enhancing domestic manufacturing capacity, strengthening operational preparedness for projects, and developing skilled human resources. Stakeholders highlighted the necessity of capacity-building programs to develop a robust supply chain, promote industry expansion, and prepare a trained workforce.
NITI Aayog stated that the suggestions received during the meeting would help strengthen the institutional framework being prepared for the effective implementation of the Peace Act 2025.
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