Engineers India Limited (EIL) and Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) have formalized a strategic collaboration to advance the development of the Bharat Small Modular Reactor (BSMR). A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the two public sector entities for engineering services related to the conceptual design and development of key structures, systems, and components for the BSMR initiative.
The agreement was signed by the Director (Commercial) of EIL and the Director (Technical) of NPCIL in the presence of EIL Chairperson & Managing Director Vartika Shukla and NPCIL Chairman & Managing Director BC Pathak. The signing ceremony took place at NPCIL’s Mumbai headquarters, with senior leadership from both organizations in attendance.
EIL, which operates under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, has extensive experience providing end-to-end project services across a range of industrial domains. NPCIL, functioning under the Department of Atomic Energy, is responsible for building and running nuclear power plants throughout the country.
This agreement strengthens India’s commitment to expanding clean energy infrastructure. The BSMR project aligns with the Government of India’s broader strategy to enhance energy security through reliable and low-emission power sources. It also supports the national goal of achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 as part of the “Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat.”
Engineers India Limited (EIL) is a premier public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoPNG) of India. Founded in 1965, EIL offers a comprehensive range of engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services across various industries, including oil and gas, petrochemicals, infrastructure, and power.
The company specializes in providing end-to-end solutions from concept design to commissioning, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective, and timely project delivery. With its strong technical expertise and experience, EIL has played a significant role in executing landmark projects in India and abroad. It is also actively involved in advancing sustainable and green technologies, particularly in energy and infrastructure sectors, contributing to the nation’s growth and development.
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is a public sector enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India, dedicated to the development, construction, and operation of nuclear power plants across the country. Established in 1987, NPCIL’s mission is to meet the growing energy demands of India through the safe, sustainable, and efficient use of nuclear power.
The company operates a number of nuclear power reactors, providing a significant portion of the country’s electricity through low-carbon sources. NPCIL is also at the forefront of India’s nuclear energy expansion, playing a key role in the country’s energy security and its ambitions to increase nuclear power capacity to 100 GW by 2047, in line with the government’s vision for a cleaner and more reliable energy future.
