changeadminThe Ministry of New & Renewable Energy co-organised a panel discussion on “Energy Security through Renewable Energies” under the 10th edition of the Green and Sustainable Development Partnership (GSDP) Conversation Series here today.
In his keynote address, the Secretary, MNRE, Santosh Kumar Sarangi, highlighted India’s remarkable renewable energy journey over the past decade, positioning the country as a global leader.
Mr Santosh attributed this progress to a robust and enabling policy ecosystem comprising the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO)/Renewable Consumption Obligation (RCO) and the Standard Bidding Guidelines for the tariff-based competitive bidding process for the procurement of Power from Grid-Connected Solar, Wind, Wind-Solar Hybrid, and Firm & Dispatchable Renewable Energy.
He added, permitting up to 100 per cent Foreign Direct Investment under the automatic route, and targeted measures to strengthen domestic manufacturing through initiatives such as the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme and the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM), have accelerated India’s clean energy transition.
He further noted that flagship programmes such as PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana and PM-KUSUM have brought states, households and farmers to the forefront of India’s renewable energy transition, while upcoming interventions such as Agri-PV and floating solar are expected to unlock new avenues for clean energy deployment.
Highlighting the strategic importance of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, he noted its potential to reduce India’s dependence on imported fossil fuels, while creating new opportunities for industrial decarbonisation and energy security.
Looking ahead, he emphasised that grid modernisation, accurate forecasting and scheduling, circular-economy approaches to clean energy technologies, and enhanced mobilisation of climate finance will be critical to building a resilient, secure and future-ready renewable energy ecosystem.
Speaking during the panel discussion, the Secretary, MNRE, highlighted that the Government’s policy interventions have been carefully designed to make India’s renewable energy growth story increasingly market-driven.
The Secretary, MNRE, further underscored the importance of initiatives such as the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Schemes, which are fostering indigenous manufacturing capacity, enhancing self-reliance, and supporting the development of a robust Renewable Energy ecosystem.
H.E. Ambassador Dr Philipp Ackermann highlighted that India and Germany share a vital, common aspiration to achieve energy security, particularly in light of today’s complex geopolitical landscape.
He emphasised that true self-reliance can be unlocked through strong bilateral partnerships, noting that India’s massive scale and dynamic private sector offer immense opportunities to deepen relations.
Furthermore, the Ambassador reflected on how India’s ongoing energy transition journey can provide valuable lessons and serve as a model of global best practices for other nations charting their own paths toward sustainability.
The discussion also explored the next frontiers of growth for India’s renewable energy sector, the opportunities ahead for the industry, and the pathways to balance the imperatives of energy transition and energy security.
The event reaffirmed the significance of the India–Germany Green and Sustainable Development Partnership as a vital platform for deepening bilateral cooperation and fostering knowledge exchange in the Renewable Energy sector.
As India accelerates renewable energy deployment while ensuring reliable and affordable energy access, the panel discussion brought together policymakers, international partners, industry leaders, and think tanks to deliberate on the sector’s potential.
Renewable energy can strengthen energy security, enable a balanced and holistic energy transition, and power India’s long-term economic growth and development aspirations.
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