India at the forefront of global energy transition: Piyush Goyal

INDIA is at the forefront of global energy transition and solar power alone has grown over 30 times in the last decade, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, said on Tuesday, adding that the country achieved renewable energy targets of 2030 eight years ahead of schedule.

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Addressing the 'Columbia India Energy Dialogue' here, the minister highlighted India's leadership role in the global energy transition and reiterated the country's commitment to inclusive and equitable climate action.

Goyal underscored the collective responsibility of all nations in tackling climate change. "At the end of the day, the energy transition is something we all must contribute to. While the level and speed of transition will differ based on the developmental stage of each country, the commitment must be universal," he said.

The minister stressed that climate change is a real and urgent challenge and that each nation must craft its own unique solutions.