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India's Energy Transition: A Mass Movement for Equity & 500 GW by 2030

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi addressed the IRENA Assembly, framing India's energy transition as a people-centric mass movement guided by equity and inclusion. He announced India has already achieved 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil sources, five years ahead of its Paris Agreement target. The minister highlighted flagship programs like PM Surya Ghar and PM-KUSUM, which are bringing solar power to millions of households and farmers. Joshi called for enhanced global cooperation on finance and technology while reaffirming India's commitment to its 2030 and 2070 climate goals.

Key Points: India's Inclusive Energy Transition & 2030 Renewable Target

  • 500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030
  • 50% non-fossil electricity achieved early
  • Rooftop solar for 10M homes by 2027
  • Solar support for 2.17M farmers
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"Energy transition must become a mass movement driven by equity and inclusion," says Pralhad Joshi at IRENA Assembly

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi outlines India's people-centric renewable energy strategy, highlighting 50% non-fossil capacity and flagship solar schemes.

"Energy transition must become a mass movement driven by equity and inclusion. - Pralhad Joshi"

New Delhi, January 11

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, on Sunday, highlighted India's people-centric and inclusive approach to the global energy transition while addressing the 16th Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency in Abu Dhabi.

Joshi said India's energy transition is guided by the principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - One Earth, One Family, One Future, anchored in equity, inclusivity, and policy stability. "Energy transition must become a mass movement driven by equity and inclusion," he emphasised, outlining India's commitment to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel installed capacity by 2030 and Net Zero emissions by 2070.

The Minister highlighted that India has already reached 50 per cent of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil sources in 2025, five years ahead of its Paris Agreement targets, with renewable energy capacity crossing 266 GW. He underscored India's efforts to strengthen clean energy supply chains, expand domestic manufacturing across solar, wind, batteries and electrolysers, and modernise grids through Green Energy Corridors and innovative bidding mechanisms.

Emphasising flagship programmes for households and farmers, Joshi noted that under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, 2.5 million households have benefitted from rooftop solar, with a target of 10 million by 2027. The PM-KUSUM scheme has supported 2.17 million farmers through solarisation and replacement of diesel pumps.

Joshi called for stronger international cooperation, including technology transfer, low-cost finance, capacity building, and standard harmonisation to help developing countries scale up renewable energy. He reaffirmed India's support for IRENA and pledged to share technical expertise with member countries, especially Least Developed Countries and Small Island Developing States.

The Union Minister also held a bilateral meeting with the UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, to further strengthen India-UAE collaboration in renewable energy, decentralised energy solutions, manufacturing, storage, technology cooperation, and blended finance, aligned with the UAE's Net Zero 2050 goals.

Joshi emphasised that India's energy transition is not merely about capacity addition but about people, opportunity, and a shared sustainable future, positioning India as a global leader in clean energy.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam guiding energy policy is a powerful message to the world. India is showing that development and sustainability can go hand-in-hand. The call for tech transfer and low-cost finance for developing nations is crucial for global equity.
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Vikram M
Good targets, but the real challenge is on the ground. In my city, the grid infrastructure is still struggling to handle the existing renewable influx. We need faster modernization of distribution networks, not just generation capacity. Hope the Green Energy Corridors are implemented swiftly.
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Priya S
The focus on domestic manufacturing is key for job creation and energy security. Becoming a hub for solar panels, batteries, and electrolysers will make us self-reliant. Hope the benefits reach MSMEs and small entrepreneurs too, not just large corporations.
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Rohit P
Net Zero by 2070 is a practical goal for a developing economy like ours. We can't just switch off coal plants overnight. The phased approach, building domestic supply chains, and helping farmers is the right way. More power to our scientists and engineers! ✨
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Meera T
The collaboration with UAE is promising. They have expertise and capital, we have scale and manufacturing ambition. This can be a win-win for the entire region. Decentralised energy solutions for villages could be a game-changer.

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