Power Minister stresses energy security amid global tensions
The Hindu
Power Minister highlights energy security and renewable transition during Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 amid global tensions.
Union Power Minister Manohar Lal on Friday (March 20, 2026) stressed the importance of energy security amid the ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Addressing a ministerial meet at the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, Lal called for coordinated efforts between the Centre and States to ensure affordable and efficient power generation, transmission, and distribution.
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"Stressing the importance of energy security amid global uncertainties, he (Lal) underlined the need to enhance per capita energy consumption and accelerate the transition towards renewable energy," a Power Ministry statement said.
He also noted the potential of nuclear energy as a clean energy source and termed the SHANTI Act a significant step forward.
Minister of State for new and renewable energy Shirpad Naik co-chaired the meeting.
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