Amit Shah hails Kalpakkam fast breeder reactor attaining criticality

As the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Tamil Nadu's Kalpakkam reached criticality. Union Minister Amit Shah said, “This is a new epoch in our civil nuclear program. This facility will play a critical role in unlocking the power hidden in our vast thorium reserves…Congratulations to our scientists,” The advanced reactor can now produce more fuel than it consumes.