Safety aspects of Indian nuclear power plants

  • 24/09/2011

  • Current Science

The recent disaster at the Fukushima nuclear power plant in Japan following the devastating earthquake and tsunami has triggered widespread apprehension of a similar catastrophe in India. Even scientists are beginning to voice concern and are advising a review of our nuclear power policy. A panel discussion was held on 13 June 2011 in Mumbai to deliberate on the safety aspects of Indian nuclear power plants.