India Surpasses G20 in Meeting Paris Agreement Climate Goals

India, the only G20 nation to achieve its 2015 Paris Agreement climate targets ahead of schedule, was praised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During Independence Day celebrations, Modi highlighted India's progress in non-fossil energy, aiming for 500 GW by 2030 to combat global warming, bolstering hope for future generations.

India has distinguished itself as the only G20 nation to have achieved its climate targets under the 2015 Paris Agreement ahead of schedule. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address from the Red Fort, lauded India's accomplishments and efforts to combat climate change, which have both reassured and surprised the world.

Modi emphasized India's remarkable achievement by meeting the climate targets set under the Paris Agreement ahead of schedule, reaffirming its commitment under the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). India aims to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based electricity installed capacity by 2030.

Highlighting the current power generation capacity of 446 GW, with approximately 195 GW from non-fossil energy sources, Modi expressed confidence that India's initiatives would guarantee a bright future for humanity and future generations.

(With inputs from agencies.)