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"We are nowhere near where developed countries are, like France which has 55% energy coming from nuclear. We ensured that any person can use solar panels. Government gives 40% subsidy up till 3 KW for such solar panels, and 20% for 3-10KW - with net metering.  All bankers must also give loans for this. We are also going to put up hoardings for it," 

"We are the only country that has achieved its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) in advance. We have 43.5% energy coming from non-fossil fuels. Our total capacity by 2030 will be 770 GW. This, despite being the lowest emitter. Every developing country including the Global South has a right to grow. Growth entails consumptions and emissions. You can't phase out fossil fuels until you have round the clock renewable energy. Net zero has questions - Storage is expensive. The developed world talks about climate, but did not say anything about capacity," RK Singh, Minister for Power, New & Renewable Energy.

"Our renewable energy capacity is growing faster. Today, 73% energy comes from fossil, not just coal but also gas. We have increased our renewable energy capacity 2.5 times in 9 years," RK Singh, Minister for Power, New & Renewable Energy.

"Energy savings certificate programme has helped in reduction in CO2 emissions. We are a world leader in energy savings and transition. Climate change is a challenge which is looming," he said.

"If you say fossil fuel should be stopped entirely, then supplying 24X7 electricity will be difficult. Our rate of renewable energy capacity is the fastest in the world. India's power demand grew at 6.7% 2020-2021, 6.3% between 2021-22, 7.1% in Q1 of 2023-24, 9% in July. Our per capita emission 2.91 tonnes per year whereas the global average is 6.4 tonnes. Ours is one third of global average. We are among the lowest emitters in the world. We have achieved our climate commitments 9 years before due date," RK Singh, Minister for Power, New & Renewable Energy.

RK Singh, Minister for Power, New & Renewable Energy talks To NDTV's Sanket Upadhyay on India's growing energy capacity.

"I loved the food. Dal bati in Jodhpur and some churma, rasgulla at KC Dass. Fish curry in Goa. I love the music too," he said.

"It is India's golden moment. In this golden moment, India can appeal to the psychology of capital, investments will create jobs, boost GDP. This will help India become perhaps the largest economy in the world," Atul Keshap, former US Envoy to India

"India tops all three visa categories in UK - students, visits and skilled workers. Did you ever imagine a person living at 10 Downing Street on August 15 say Jai Shri Ram? Lord Curzon would have choked," Alexander Ellis, UK's High Commissioner to India