Rio de Janeiro: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that he reiterated India’s steadfast commitment to the sustainable development agenda at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil adding the issue is very important for the future of the planet. Over the past decade, India has undertaken numerous initiatives in sectors like housing, water resources, energy and sanitation which have contributed to a more sustainable future.

 

“We in India, guided by our cultural values, have been the first to fulfil the Paris Agreement commitments ahead of schedule. Building on this, we are accelerating towards more ambitious goals in sectors like renewable energy. Our effort of the world’s largest solar rooftop programme is an example of the same,” PM Modi said.

 

India is sharing its successful initiatives with the Global South, focussing on affordable climate finance and technology access. From launching the Global Biofuels Alliance and promoting ‘One Sun One World One Grid’ to planting a billion trees under ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’, we continue to work actively towards sustainable progress, he said.

 

 

Further speaking on his engagement at the G20, PM Modi said they had engaging conversations and deepened global collaboration in areas like sustainable development, growth, fighting poverty and harnessing technology for a better future. Partnering to leverage the power of technology for a greener world. 

 

 

The Prime Minister also mentioned about the declaration on Digital Public Infrastructure, AI and Data for Governance saying it offers a roadmap towards a more sustainable planet. “I thank the distinguished world leaders for their passion and support to this effort.”

 

“We will continue the focus on the transformative potential of DPI, AI and data-driven governance to advance the SDGs and enhance lives globally. This is an area where India stands ready to contribute actively and share our best practices with the world,” the Prime Minister said.