Rajasthan Atomic Power Station, Nuclear power plant in Chittorgarh district, India
The Rajasthan Atomic Power Station is a nuclear facility in Chittorgarh district housing multiple reactors positioned along the Chambal River. The complex uses pressurized heavy water reactor technology and draws cooling water from the Rana Pratap Sagar Dam nearby.
Construction began in 1963 with Canadian assistance, which stopped after India's nuclear tests in 1974. Indian engineers then continued building and expanding the facility independently over the following decades.
The location along the Chambal River holds significance for the surrounding communities who depend on the waterway for their daily needs. Local people have watched this site evolve into one of India's largest energy producers over the decades.
Visitors should know this is a high-security facility where access is typically restricted or may not be permitted. It is important to check current visiting rules before attempting to approach the site.
One reactor achieved first criticality in 2024 and operates using a newly developed Indian reactor design rated at 700 megawatts. This new model marks a milestone in India's independent advancement of nuclear power technology.
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