Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited

Mumbai, India

7 Locations

Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is an Indian public sector undertaking under the Department of Atomic Energy. It is responsible for the generation of nuclear power for electricity in India.

CCI Score

-4.95

April 18

Latest Event

NPCIL Deepens Nuclear Ties with Russia Amid Nuclear Expansion

NPCIL is set to leverage its longstanding collaboration with Russia’s Rosatom to develop indigenous small modular reactors (SMRs) as part of India’s ambitious nuclear energy expansion. The initiative, highlighted in India’s 2025 federal budget and policy reforms, underscores a deepening state-to-state relationship that further intertwines the Indian nuclear program with an authoritarian partner.

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Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited is currently rated as a Bystander.

-1 to -4 CCI Score

Companies scoring here do little to oppose authoritarianism. Their inaction results in a passive endorsement of the status quo, as they neither actively resist oppression nor contribute to overt support for it.

Latest Events

MAR

29

2025

NPCIL Deepens Nuclear Ties with Russia Amid Nuclear Expansion
-45.00

NPCIL is set to leverage its longstanding collaboration with Russia’s Rosatom to develop indigenous small modular reactors (SMRs) as part of India’s ambitious nuclear energy expansion. The initiative, highlighted in India’s 2025 federal budget and policy reforms, underscores a deepening state-to-state relationship that further intertwines the Indian nuclear program with an authoritarian partner.
FEB

07

2025

NPCIL Issues RFP for Private Partnerships in Nuclear Projects
13.98

NPCIL has issued an RFP inviting private players to participate in the development of small reactors and upcoming nuclear projects, marking a significant shift from its traditional state-controlled approach. The initiative aims to foster innovation, cost reduction, and efficiency in nuclear energy production while maintaining stringent regulatory oversight.
+20

Public and Political Behavior

March 29

NPCIL’s issuance of the RFP represents a transparent and progressive political move to open up a historically state-controlled sector to private innovation. This signals a commitment to diversifying nuclear energy oversight and increasing accountability in a crucial public sector domain.

Public-private partnerships and the Indian nuclear frontier: A new era of energy security
+10

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 29

The RFP process indicates a commitment to ethical business practices by inviting private sector collaboration under a structured regulatory framework, balancing efficiency with accountability.

Public-private partnerships and the Indian nuclear frontier: A new era of energy security
+15

Technology and Services Impact

March 29

By promoting technology exchange and innovation through a public-private partnership, NPCIL is positioning itself to enhance nuclear technology services, thereby contributing positively to sustainable energy solutions.

Public-private partnerships and the Indian nuclear frontier: A new era of energy security
+10

Economic and Structural Influence

March 29

The invitation for private sector investment signals potential structural and economic benefits in modernizing India's nuclear infrastructure, with implications for long-term energy security and industrial competitiveness.

Public-private partnerships and the Indian nuclear frontier: A new era of energy security
DEC

31

2024

NPCIL Opens Door for Private Sector in Nuclear Energy
-19.41

NPCIL has announced a policy allowing Indian private firms to bear the entire cost of constructing new nuclear power plants under its supervision. While private firms will be the sole users of the generated electricity, the plant assets will be transferred back to NPCIL for operation, marking a significant shift in the nuclear sector's structure.
-20

Economic Collaboration

March 29

The policy shift towards engaging private companies for capital-intensive nuclear projects is evaluated under the Economic Collaboration category. Although this move may inject much-needed investment into the nuclear sector, it raises concerns about the potential prioritization of profit over public accountability and worker safety in a critical infrastructure sector. Such privatization in a state-controlled domain can be seen as a risk factor from an anti-fascist perspective by potentially increasing corporate influence at the expense of public and labor interests.

For the first time, NPCIL opens door to nuclear sector for Indian private firms
DEC

20

2023

NPCIL Implements Scheduled Shutdown and Early Reactor Commissioning
30.64

According to a government press release dated December 20, 2023, NPCIL has taken steps to ensure the timely shutdown of operating reactors as per schedule and an early start of generation from new units, aligning with the government's goal to expand nuclear power capacity.
+40

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 29

NPCIL’s proactive operational measures—ensuring planned reactor shutdowns and expediting new unit generation—demonstrate responsible business practices and adherence to regulatory schedules. This responsible operational management supports safe nuclear energy production and is beneficial for sustainable energy transition.

Press Release: Press Information Bureau
+30

Technology and Services Impact

March 29

By initiating early generation from new reactor units and avoiding unplanned shutdowns, NPCIL is modernizing its nuclear infrastructure. This effort supports India's clean energy transition and demonstrates a positive impact through the responsible application of nuclear technologies.

Press Release: Press Information Bureau