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78th Independence Day
Cover Story
Environment: Nature
Protects the Protector
The changes taking place in the environment are
a matter of global concern, but India has had an
unbreakable bond with nature since ancient times.
Many forms of nature are worshipped only in Indian
culture. In such a situation, India has not only set
challenging targets for environmental protection,
but has also accomplished them before time and
has now set an example for the world…
n Today, global warming and climate change are pressing
issues and are being discussed across various sectors
worldwide. Bharat has undertaken numerous initiatives
in this regard. We have demonstrated our commitment
through tangible actions, not mere words, and have
achieved results that have astonished the world.
n We were pioneers in banning single-use plastics and
have significantly advanced our renewable energy
efforts, infusing new strength in this field. We are moving
towards a net-zero future in the coming years.
n I remember the targets set in the Paris Accord. From
the ramparts of the Red Fort, I wish to highlight the
achievements of my countrymen. What the G-20
nations could not accomplish, our citizens have
achieved.
The PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity
n If any G-20 country has met its Paris Accord targets
Scheme is set to provide new
ahead of time, it is only my country, my Bharat. I take
strength, and its benefits will be immense pride in this accomplishment. We have met
our renewable energy targets.
felt by the average families in our
n We are ambitiously working towards reaching the target
country, particularly the middle class, of 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030. It's indeed a
when their electricity bills become massive goal! The world may be astonished by this goal,
but I confidently assure my fellow countrymen that we
free. The demand for electric vehicles will achieve it..
is on the rise. Those who generate n This will benefit humanity, secure our future, and ensure
a bright future for our children. We are also committed to
electricity from solar energy under
making our railways net-zero carbon emitter by 2030.
the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, can also
n We aim to become a global hub through the Green
reduce their fuel costs Hydrogen Mission. Policies have been rapidly
formulated, and their implementation is progressing
swiftly. Bharat is committed to advancing green
hydrogen as a new energy source..
programs, and our work style.
n These efforts address concerns about climate change
and global warming, while also opening up significant
n My young people get the greatest benefit due to these
opportunities for green jobs.
efforts. They get new opportunities, new possibilities
arise for them to step into new areas, and this is n Thus, as the importance of green jobs expands in
what is providing the most employment, they have the near future, to seize this opportunity and provide
had the most opportunities to gain employment employment for our youngsters, we must focus on
during this period. promoting and expanding the green job sector.
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