Statement

Sir, I would not talk about safety any more. Fundamental questions arise about economic wisdom of this Bill. Nuclear projects are highly capital-intensive with long gestation periods. In an era of rapidly falling renewable costs, battery storage costs, we must ask a question. Does Rs. 19.3 trillion towards nuclear represent optimal allocation versus accelerated renewable deployment, grid modernization, or energy sufficiency? 17.12.2025 1102 The opportunity cost must be gone into. … (Interruptions) The SHANTI Bill represents a dangerous leap into privatized nuclear expansion with inadequate safeguards. … (Interruptions) We cannot allow the pursuit of capital to override the non-negotiable requirements of public safety, environmental protection and victim justice. The name ‘SHANTI’ means peace and sustainability. Let us ensure that this name is not a cruel irony in the aftermath of a preventable disaster. … (Interruptions)

Spoke Shashi Tharoor

Spoke on 2025-12-17T00:00:00.000Z

In debate Viksit Bharat Gurantee for Rojgar and Ajevika Mission (Gramin):VB-G RAM G Bill