From Reactors to Rare Earths: Russia Expands India Pitch
What Happened
At the BRICS Summit, Russia’s state-owned nuclear giant Rosatom offered India a broader range of nuclear technologies, including large nuclear reactors and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). The company also proposed deeper cooperation in critical minerals such as titanium, zirconium and rare-earth materials, aligning with India’s push for energy security and advanced manufacturing. Rosatom said it is ready to support India’s goal of reaching 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047.
Key Takeaways
The move signals a widening India-Russia partnership beyond the existing Kudankulam nuclear project, with potential collaboration spanning nuclear energy, rare-earth supply chains and manufacturing technologies. If implemented, it could strengthen India’s long-term clean energy ambitions and reduce dependence on critical mineral imports.