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Mint Explainer | Why India's indigenously developed fast breeder reactor achieving criticality is significant

THURSDAY, 9 APRIL 2026·Primary source →

India's indigenously developed Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam has successfully achieved criticality.

This milestone is pivotal for India's energy independence and aims to significantly reduce reliance on imported uranium, bolstering fuel autonomy.

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