India and France discussed deploying EPR nuclear technology in India, localising the nuclear supply chain and expanding cooperation on pumped hydro storage. EDF highlighted plans for a domestic nuclear ecosystem, while India outlined regulatory reforms under the proposed SHANTI Rules.
India and France on Friday discussed the proposed deployment of European Pressurised Reactor (EPR) technology in India, along with localisation of the nuclear supply chain and cooperation on pumped hydro storage projects, the Ministry of Power said.
Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal held talks in New Delhi with Bernard Fontana, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of French energy company EDF, to review ongoing engagement on the proposed deployment of EPR reactors in India.
Secretary (Power) Shri Pankaj Agarwal met Mr. Bernard Fontana, Chairman & CEO, EDF (France), in New Delhi to discuss the deployment of EPR technology, India’s evolving regulatory framework for the nuclear power sector, and cooperation on pumped hydro storage projects. https://t.co/8ELOd48KZG
— Ministry of Power (@MinOfPower) September 25, 2026
“The discussions centred on the deployment of EPR technology, India’s regulatory reforms for the nuclear sector, cooperation on pumped hydro storage projects, and the way forward for a robust, mutually beneficial partnership,” the ministry said in its release.
EDF also briefed the Indian side about its efforts to develop a domestic ecosystem and supply chain for nuclear projects.
“EDF apprised the Indian side of its efforts to build an ecosystem and supply chain in India for large-scale localization,” the ministry said.
It added that EDF reiterated that “a sizeable programme with multiple nuclear reactors would give suppliers confidence and enable economies of scale by leveraging Indian industry’s capabilities.”
Agarwal also briefed the French delegation on progress in finalising India’s regulatory framework for nuclear power, including the Draft SHANTI – Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India – Rules and Regulations.
