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India and Russia Sign Agreements for Kudankulam Nuclear Plant Units 5 & 6.

International | Dated: 26 Dec 2025

India and Russia have signed significant agreements related to the construction of future power-generating units at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KNPP) in Tamil Nadu. The agreements were signed during External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's visit to Moscow. The focus is on expediting the construction of Units 5 and 6.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • KNPP is India's largest nuclear power station, built with Russian technical and financial assistance.
  • Both nations also discussed cooperation in connectivity through the North-South Transport Corridor and the Chennai-Vladivostok Maritime Corridor.
  • Russia reiterated its support for India's permanent membership in the UN Security Council.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Project: Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant.
  • Location: Tamil Nadu.
  • Partner: Russia (Rosatom).

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

India recently signed agreements with which country for the expansion of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant?

Correct Answer: Russia

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Russia

  • President – Vladimir Putin
  • Capital – Moscow