Archive · 5 Jan 2026
Khattar Urges National Push for Energy Efficiency
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar wants all states to join a big movement to save energy and use more renewable sources.
He says everyone, including the government, businesses, and regular people, needs to work together to fight climate change.
The minister praised Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for their efforts in using renewable energy and saving power.
He talked about how India has saved a lot of energy and reduced pollution.
The goal is to use less energy and be more responsible with what we consume.
The government has also started a scheme to help small businesses save energy and money.
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar urged all states to participate in a people-led national movement for energy efficiency and renewable energy.
India achieved 53.60 million tonnes of oil equivalent in energy savings during 2023-24, saving 321 billion units of electricity and reducing CO₂ emissions by 321 million tonnes.
Mission LiFE promotes mindful consumption and simple lifestyle changes like using LED lighting, public transport, and solar energy.
The Ministry of Power allocated ₹1000 crore under the ADEETIE scheme to reduce energy consumption in MSMEs by 30–50%.
Telangana's Medak district was selected to promote global energy technologies in the pharma industry.
- Who
- Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar
- What
- Urged a people-led national movement for energy efficiency and renewable energy
- When
- Sunday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Hyderabad, Vijayawada, and New Delhi
- Why
- To combat climate change and advance sustainable development
- Union Minister
- Manohar Lal Khattar
- States Praised
- Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
- Energy Savings (2023-24)
- 53.60 million tonnes of oil equivalent
- Electricity Saved
- 321 billion units
- Annual Savings
- ₹2 lakh crore
- CO₂ Emissions Reduction
- 321 million tonnes
- Key Initiatives
- LED street lighting, MSME strengthening, eco-friendly tourism, geothermal technologies, energy-efficient induction stoves, 'Urjaveer' campaign, Mission LiFE
- Mission LiFE
- Promotes responsible, circular consumption
- ADEETIE Scheme
- ₹1000 crore allocated for energy efficiency in MSMEs
