New Delhi, March 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Wednesday that India is developing a robust energy system, paving the way for a sustainable environment to meet future needs.
Sharing an article written by Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, PM Modi urged readers to explore the piece for accurate insights into India’s energy policies, which promise a developed nation.
He stated, “Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar is considering how India is empowering a strong energy ecosystem while creating a sustainable environment for future needs.”
Additionally, he emphasized, “Read this article to gain precise information about India’s energy policies, which promise a developed India.”
Khattar highlighted the extraordinary changes in the electricity sector over the past decade, from illuminating every home to virtually eliminating power shortages.
He posted on X, “Join us at the India E-Summit, held at Yashobhoomi from March 19 to 22, to witness this journey and explore the future of technology, innovation, and pathways ahead.”
According to the minister, India has seen remarkable growth in electricity production and transmission capacity, reducing the national energy deficit from 4.2% in the fiscal year 2013-14 to just 0.03% by fiscal year 2025-26.
Khattar noted, “In the fiscal year 2025-26 (up to January 2026), a record 52.53 gigawatts of capacity has been added from all sources, marking the highest increase in a single year and surpassing the previous best of 34.05 gigawatts in 2024-25.”
Moreover, total electricity production has risen from 1,020.2 billion units (BU) in fiscal year 2014 to 1,830 BU in fiscal year 2025. Per capita consumption has increased from 957 kilowatt-hours in 2014 to 1,460 kilowatt-hours in 2025, reflecting economic growth and improved access.
The minister concluded, “This ensures that every home, farm, and industry receives the necessary reliable electricity, making India the third-largest producer and consumer of electricity in the world.”
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