April, 2026 India marks a historic milestone in its nuclear energy journey as the Kalpakkam Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR) successfully attains criticality, an essential step in the nation’s ambitious three-stage nuclear power program. This achievement reinforces India’s commitment to sustainable and self-reliant energy. At the heart of this breakthrough lies the cutting-edge contribution of Kirloskar Brothers Limited (KBL). The company has engineered and supplied Primary and Secondary Heat Transport Pumps, critical components, and the only rotating equipment within the reactor system. These pumps represent a remarkable feat of engineering, each…
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