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power will be indispensable in meeting future energy demands driven by artificial intelligence and digital
infrastructure, as it provides reliable, round-the-clock clean energy unlike intermittent sources.

Concluding his address, Dr Jitendra Singh said the SHANTI Bill reflects India’s confidence, scientific
maturity, and readiness to lead responsibly in the global clean energy transition. He assured Members
that the Government remains open to constructive inputs and will continue engaging stakeholders during
rule-making, reaffirming that India’s nuclear journey will be guided by safety, transparency, and national
interest.

Energy Independence aligned with Self-Reliance and Geopolitical Compatibility: Dr Jitendra Singh

Energy independence is no longer a matter of choice but an economic, strategic, and geopolitical
necessity, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences
Dr. Jitendra Singh, while adding that India’s transition towards clean and diversified energy sources is
inseparably aligned with self-reliance and geopolitical compatibility, the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat
and India’s expanding global role.

Addressing an event in Delhi, the Minister said that debates on whether to adopt green and clean energy
have become redundant, as the global consensus today recognises energy transition as essential for
sustainable growth, economic resilience, and geopolitical compatibility. “If India has to move forward,
there is simply no alternative,” he said.

Dr. Jitendra Singh said that reducing dependence on fossil fuel imports not only strengthens self-reliance
but also prepares India for an inevitable global shift, as traditional energy exporters themselves are rapidly
diversifying their energy portfolios. “Persisting with outdated energy models is like clinging to obsolete
technology out of sentiment, tomorrow, even spare parts will not be available,” he remarked.

Highlighting India’s growing stature on the global stage, the Minister said the country is no longer a passive
participant but a trendsetter in areas such as climate action, clean energy, and advanced technology.
“India is no longer following global cues; today, other nations are looking towards India for direction,” he
said, citing examples from space exploration and biotechnology where Indian innovation is benefiting the
global community.

Referring to India’s clean energy commitments, Dr. Jitendra Singh recalled that Prime Minister Narendra
Modi announced India’s Net Zero target for 2070 and reiterated the government’s resolve to achieve 100
GW of nuclear energy capacity by 2047. He clarified that different energy sources should not be viewed
through the prism of discrimination but through suitability, reliability, and application-specific utility.

The Minister emphasized that while renewable energy will form a significant share of India’s energy mix,
certain sectors—such as data centres, artificial intelligence, and advanced computing, require
uninterrupted, stable, 24x7 power, where nuclear energy plays a critical role. “The future lies in a hybrid
energy model, where each source is deployed where it is most cost-effective and efficient,” he said.

Drawing parallels from technological evolution, Dr. Jitendra Singh observed that just as Artificial
Intelligence is now evolving into a balanced ‘AI plus Human Intelligence’ model, India’s energy strategy

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