Thedailystar Technical Glitch Halts Rooppur Nuclear Plant Operations Amid IAEA Inspection
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- •A technical fault has temporarily halted operations at the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant.
- •The IAEA is currently inspecting the plant to ensure safe operational standards.
- •Previous technical issues have already delayed the plant's timeline for power generation.
A technical fault during testing at the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant (RNPP) has paused operations following fuel loading at unit-1. The issue arose during a 'cold run' test, prompting assurances from plant officials that it is a minor glitch. Repair work is underway, and operations are expected to resume shortly. The RNPP officially entered its operational phase on April 28, with 163 fuel assemblies loaded by mid-May. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is currently inspecting the facility to ensure safe operations. Concerns have been raised due to the timing of the glitch, coinciding with the IAEA's visit. Previous technical issues had already delayed operations, raising scrutiny over the plant's readiness for power generation.
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