Archive · 21 May 2025
Jayalalithaa's Shift on Kudankulam Plant Based on Report
Initially, the local leader, Jayalalithaa, was worried about the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant and asked the Prime Minister to stop it due to safety fears after the Fukushima disaster.
Following protests, she formed an expert committee that reviewed the plant's safety and provided a report.
This led Jayalalithaa to change her mind, allowing the plant to proceed.
Some people were pleased, but others remained worried about safety.
Jayalalithaa initially opposed the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant, citing safety concerns after the Fukushima disaster.
Protests by activists and residents intensified in Tirunelveli district.
An expert committee, including M.R. Srinivasan, was formed to assess the plant's safety.
The committee's report led Jayalalithaa to support the early commissioning of the plant.
This decision was met with relief from trade and industry but drew criticism from activists.
- Who
- Jayalalithaa and local protesters
- What
- Jayalalithaa changed her stance on the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant.
- When
- 2011-2012
- Where
- Kudankulam, Tamil Nadu
- Why
- Due to safety concerns, protests, and an expert committee's report.
Anti-Nuclear Activists
Government/Pro-Plant
Safety of Plant
Anti-Nuclear Activists
Activists and some residents expressed concerns about the plant's safety, especially after the Fukushima disaster.
Government/Pro-Plant
The government and an expert committee, including M.R. Srinivasan, asserted the plant had adequate safety measures and that there was no risk from earthquakes or tsunamis.
- Kudankulam Plant Capacity
- 2000 MW
- Location of Protests
- Idinthakarai village, Tirunelveli district
- Expert Committee Formed
- February 2012
- Development Package Value
- ₹500-crore
- Expert Committee Member
- M.R. Srinivasan
