As part of its energy security strategy, India has launched a Nuclear Energy Mission with an initial budget of ₹200 billion ($2.3 billion). With an ambitious target of generating 100GW of nuclear energy by 2047, the plan includes building five indigenous reactors by 2033 and reforming policies such as the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act to attract private investment. As global energy markets shift towards sustainability, how will India’s nuclear expansion impact its power sector? This article explores the opportunities and risks associated with this bold initiative.