ABSTRACT
The scientific community proclaims that the nuclear facilities in the country are fortified with many redundant back-up systems and there is little probability of any mass casualty. Undoubtedly, security affects the nuclear sector in a way that it does not affect any other form of industry. This is partly because of the legacy of the highly secretive nuclear weapon programmes that thrive under the veil of civil nuclear programmes, and partly also due to the strategic nature of the facilities and nuclear material involved. India is located in a volatile region, known as the epicentre of terrorism and proliferation, hence, there are chances of non-state actors laying their hands on nuclear technology or orchestrating sabotage of India's nuclear facilities. The protective envelope combines both security and safety measures, as nuclear safety and nuclear security have a common objective the protection of the people and the environment, and this can be better achieved through integration of both approaches.
