HM Amit Shah aims to achieve 100% renewable energy with solar panels

Home Minister Amit Shah yesterday emphasised achieving the goal of 100 percent renewable energy generation through solar panels and windmills in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep. Chairing the 7th meeting of the Island Development Agency in New Delhi, Mr Shah reviewed the progress of ongoing development initiatives in these regions. He underscored the importance of advancing solar and wind energy initiatives. 

Mr Shah



directed the New and Renewable Energy Ministry to implement the ‘PM Surya Ghar’ scheme in both islands by installing solar panels in all households across both island groups. He further emphasised the need for a holistic approach to infrastructure projects in both island groups and called on all concerned central ministries to collaborate on initiatives related to tourism, trade, and other key sectors.