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North East's Green Revolution: How 122 GW Renewable Potential Aims to Transform Region

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy organized a crucial workshop in Guwahati to boost renewable energy adoption across North Eastern states. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted the region's massive 122 GW renewable potential while noting only 5.1 GW has been installed so far. He announced a new Small Hydro Policy specifically designed to benefit the North East's unique energy landscape. The workshop concluded with calls for stronger collaboration between central and state governments to achieve sustainable energy security.

Key Points: Pralhad Joshi Chairs NE Renewable Energy Workshop in Guwahati

  • Union Minister Joshi urges faster adoption of PM-Surya Ghar scheme in North East
  • Only 54,545 households benefited from solar scheme so far in region
  • New Small Hydro Policy announced to boost clean energy development
  • States share progress on renewable projects amid regional collaboration efforts
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Union Minister Pralhad Joshi chairs regional workshop on renewable energy transition in North Eastern region

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi leads regional workshop to accelerate renewable energy transition in North East, highlighting 122 GW potential and new hydro policy.

"The region's vast 122 GW renewable potential with just 5.1 GW installed - Pralhad Joshi"

New Delhi, October 31

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India, organised a Regional Workshop on Renewable Energy for the North East Zone in Guwahati to accelerate the renewable energy transition in the region. Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi inaugurated the workshop in the presence of Santosh Sarangi, Secretary, MNRE, Energy Ministers of North Eastern States, and senior officials, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy said in a release on Friday.

New Delhi [India], October 31 (ANI): The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India, organised a Regional Workshop on Renewable Energy for the North East Zone in Guwahati to accelerate the renewable energy transition in the region. Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi inaugurated the workshop in the presence of Santosh Sarangi, Secretary, MNRE, Energy Ministers of North Eastern States, and senior officials, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy said in a release on Friday.

In his address, Joshi emphasised the North East's vast potential in solar, small hydro, and biomass energy and urged States to expedite the implementation of schemes such as PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana and PM-KUSUM. Highlighting the government's focus on inclusive growth, he mentioned India's rapid economic expansion and the transformation underway through renewable energy initiatives.

Joshi highlighted that only about 54,545 households in the North East have benefited under PM-Surya Ghar Yojana and urged States to enhance adoption. He noted the region's vast 122 GW renewable potential with just 5.1 GW installed. He also commended the state of Assam, under the leadership of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Assam is among the very first states in India to notify a comprehensive Integrated Clean Energy Policy.

He announced that MNRE will soon launch a new Small Hydro Policy, which will immensely benefit the North East. The Minister reaffirmed MNRE's commitment to providing policy and financial support for clean energy development in the region.

State Energy Ministers from Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Sikkim, Meghalaya, and Tripura shared their progress and challenges in implementing renewable energy. The workshop featured discussions on Green Hydrogen, decentralised renewable energy, and financing models to strengthen regional collaboration. The Minister appreciated the efforts of Tripura and Arunachal Pradesh under PM-KUSUM, as well as those of Assam and Mizoram under PM-Surya Ghar, for their exemplary performance, and awarded a certificate. Best performing DISCOM, Districts, and vendors of the North Eastern Region were also felicitated.

The workshop concluded with a call for greater cooperation between the Centre, North Eastern States, and industry stakeholders to harness the North East's renewable energy potential and ensure a sustainable, energy-secure future for the region.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Only 54,545 households benefited so far? That's quite low given the population. Hope the workshop leads to faster implementation. The potential is huge - 122 GW with only 5.1 GW installed shows how much work remains.
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Arun Y
Good to see focus on North East development. The small hydro policy announcement is timely - our hilly regions can generate so much clean energy. Hope this brings employment opportunities too! 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone working in sustainable development, I appreciate the comprehensive approach - from solar to biomass to green hydrogen. The regional collaboration model could be replicated across India.
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Manish T
While workshops are good, we need ground-level action. Many remote villages in North East still lack reliable electricity. Hope this translates to actual installations and not just discussions.
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Anjali F
Great initiative! The North East's natural resources make it perfect for renewable energy. Hope the new policies consider local communities and environmental protection. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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