India, March 19 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
The Zero customs duty on the imports of goods required for nuclear power projects will result in to reduction in project cost and the unit cost of electricity generated in respect of projects being set-up with foreign cooperation which have substantial import contents. This will make these projects more viable.
The steps being taken by NPCIL to strengthen the domestic supply chain for the 10 newly approved 700 MWe PHWR units are:
· Placing bulk orders to ensure continuity of orders.
· Expanding the vendor base with required hand holding.
· Development of indigenous equipment for import substitution & vendor development
· Reserving certain equipment fo...