Maharashtra Plans to Solarise 35 Lakh Agricultural Pumps by 2025 Under PM KUSUM: MNRE Minister
Maharashtra aims to solarise 35 lakh agricultural pumps by 2025 under the PM-KUSUM Scheme, showcasing its leadership in renewable energy initiatives, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said at a regional workshop in Mumbai.
January 10, 2025. By Mrinmoy Dey
The MNRE Minister chaired sessions on progress in the Western region on renewable energy initiatives, including RPO targets and implementation of various schemes that are boosting the renewable energy capacity. Valuable insights and best practices were shared and challenges in the renewable energy sector were discussed by all participating states.
The event saw participation from key leaders, including Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy and Power Shripad Yesso Naik, Maharashtra's New and Renewable Energy Minister Atul Moreshwar Save, Gujarat’s Finance and Energy Minister Kanubhai Mohanlal Desai, and Goa’s Minister for Non-Conventional Energy Sources Sudin Dhavalikar.
Joshi outlined India’s ambitious renewable energy targets, such as achieving 500 GW of non-fossil energy capacity by 2030, ensuring 50 percent of installed power capacity comes from non-fossil sources, cutting carbon emissions by 1 billion tonnes, reducing GDP emission intensity by 45 percent by 2030, and achieving net-zero emissions by 2070.
Highlighting the transformative impact of flagship programs like PM-KUSUM, PM Surya Ghar Yojana, and the National Green Hydrogen Mission, Joshi stated, “India is making significant progress towards its renewable energy goals, thanks to the collective efforts of states and stakeholders.”
Maharashtra’s proactive approach to implementing PM-KUSUM, supporting farmers, and advancing renewable energy was praised as a leading example of progress in the sector.
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