June 4, 2026

Union Budget 2026: The Department of Atomic Energy is pushing for tax breaks and green incentives for nuclear power. This aims to put nuclear energy on par with solar, wind, and hydro power. The department wants GST waivers and access to green financing. Nuclear projects currently face higher taxes and environmental classifications that slow progress.

The Association of Power Producers (APP) attributes thermal power plants’ inability to meet biomass co-firing targets to limited availability and technical issues, not a lack of effort. The industry faces challenges with underdeveloped torrefied biomass pellet markets and supplier capacity. APP urges the government to consider waivers for genuine difficulties.