15/04/2026
CHANDIGARH, Haryana's Energy Minister Anil Vij stated that the state has already installed over 2.1 GW of solar capacity and is rapidly expanding rooftop solar adoption across homes, industries, and institutions.
According to Vij, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has envisioned India as a developed nation by 2047. In this direction, green energy will play a pivotal role in achieving this goal, along with India's commitment to reach net-zero emissions by 2070.
To an official statement, Vij held a meeting with a high-level delegation in Ambala. The delegation comprised of Co-Founder and President Ms. Jenny Maaño of Sunsmart Solar Power Technology Inc., and His Excellency Dr. Kabir K.V., CEO of UAE-based company ANPM.
Vij said that for global progress, it is essential to exchange scientific research and best practices among nations. He said that India has set ambitious renewable targets, which include achieving 500 GW of non-fossil energy by 2030, meeting 50 per cent of energy needs through renewables, reducing projected carbon emissions by 1 billion tonnes and cutting carbon intensity by 45 per cent from 2005 levels.
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Haryana is rapidly expanding rooftop solar adoption across homes & industries. Minister Anil Vij highlights state's solar capacity & renewable energy targets.