India Voices Concern Over Attack on UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Plant, Urges Restraint and Diplomacy

New Delhi: India has expressed deep concern over the reported drone strike targeting the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the United Arab Emirates, calling the incident a serious escalation and urging all sides to return to dialogue and diplomacy.

In an official statement, the Ministry of External Affairs said:

“India is deeply concerned at the attack targeting the Barakah nuclear facility in the UAE. Such actions are unacceptable and represent a dangerous escalation. We urgently call for restraint and a return to dialogue and diplomacy.”

The statement comes amid escalating tensions in West Asia and growing international anxiety over attacks on critical infrastructure, particularly nuclear facilities that are considered highly sensitive under global safety norms.

The Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, located in the Al Dhafra region, is the Arab world’s first operational nuclear power facility and plays a key role in the UAE’s energy network.

According to local media reports, a fire broke out at the facility after a drone strike on Sunday. The Abu Dhabi Media Office stated on X that emergency authorities responded to a fire involving an electrical generator located outside the plant’s inner perimeter.

Officials confirmed that no injuries were reported and there was no impact on radiation safety or plant operations.

The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation stated that the fire did not affect the safety systems of the plant and all operational units continued functioning normally.

Authorities also appealed to the public to rely only on official information and avoid spreading rumours or unverified claims.

So far, officials have not identified the source of the drone strike. However, earlier this month, the UAE had reported missiles and drones allegedly launched from Iran towards several parts of the country.

The latest incident has further intensified concerns about regional security and the risks associated with attacks on sensitive energy infrastructure.

With inputs from IANS