What is ASHVINI’s ₹28,000 crore nuclear tender?
ASHVINI, a joint venture between NPCIL and NTPC, has invited bids for the Nuclear Island Mega EPC Package (NIMEP) for the Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project (MBRAPP) Units 1–4.
The package is valued at more than ₹28,000 crore. It is the largest Nuclear Island EPC package issued under India’s indigenous 700 MWe PHWR programme.
The project includes four reactors with a total capacity of 2,800 MWe. It is part of India’s plan to achieve 100 GWe of nuclear power capacity by 2047.
Why is this tender important?
This is one of the biggest business opportunities currently available in India’s nuclear sector.
The package covers:
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Equipment supply
- Civil construction
- Installation
- Testing
- Commissioning support
As a result, the project is expected to boost nuclear manufacturing in India. It will also support advanced engineering capabilities and strengthen the country’s clean energy infrastructure.
Who can participate?
The tender offers opportunities for a wide range of companies, including:
- EPC contractors
- Heavy engineering firms
- Equipment manufacturers
- Technology providers
- Construction companies
- Quality assurance specialists
- Global nuclear supply chain partners
In particular, companies with expertise in nuclear-grade manufacturing and large-scale project execution are expected to play a key role.
What does it mean for India’s nuclear future?
The MBRAPP project is an important step in India’s nuclear expansion programme.
In addition to adding 2,800 MWe of new capacity, it demonstrates the scale of investment planned for the sector in the coming decades.
Furthermore, the project is expected to create long-term opportunities in:
- Manufacturing
- Infrastructure development
- Technology partnerships
- Engineering services
- Workforce development
Overall, the tender highlights India’s growing nuclear ambitions and the significant opportunities emerging across the country’s nuclear value chain.
