New Delhi, Jan. 31 -- In the Union Budget 2026, analysts expect the government to announce additional supportive measures for renewable energy, particularly the nuclear sector, which has remained a key focus area in recent years.

India has set an ambitious target of installing 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, achieving net-zero emissions by 2070, and meeting 50% of its electricity requirements from renewable energy sources by 2030.

However, power generation from nuclear energy-another non-fossil fuel source-remains low compared with other renewable sources in the country. That said, steps have been initiated to increase nuclear power capacity to meet the target of achieving a 50% energy mix from non-fossil fuels.

India has s...