New Delhi, Aug. 31 -- As India aims to achieve 'Net Carbon Zero' goal by 2070, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann Ki Baat address today urged citizens to adopt solar energy on a wider scale, citing its growing relevance in both urban and rural India.
He noted the increasing visibility of solar panels atop homes, government buildings, and institutions as a sign of the country's shift towards cleaner energy sources.
"Our country is so blessed by the Sun God. so why not make full use of the energy radiated by him?" he remarked, emphasising the environmental and economic benefits of embracing solar power amidst India's goal of reducing carbon emissions by 50 per cent by 2030 and for the entire economy to be net zero by 2070.
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