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Energy Independence aligned with Self-Reliance and Geopolitical Compatibility: Dr Jitendra Singh<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n


\n\u201cCertain sectors\u2014such as data centres, artificial intelligence, and advanced computing, require uninterrupted, stable, 24×7 power, where nuclear energy plays a critical role\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

India Will Not Follow; It Will Lead the World in Clean Energy Transition: Dr Jitendra Singh<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Clean Energy a Way of Life, Not Just a Policy Debate Anymore: Dr Jitendra Singh<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Posted On: 19 DEC 2025 5:04PM by PIB Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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NEW DELHI, December 19:\u00a0Energy independence is no longer a matter of choice but an economic, strategic, and geopolitical necessity, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh, while adding that India\u2019s transition towards clean and diversified energy sources is inseparably aligned with self-reliance and geopolitical compatibility, the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and India\u2019s expanding global role.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Addressing an event in Delhi, the Minister said that debates on whether to adopt green and clean energy have become redundant, as the global consensus today recognises energy transition as essential for sustainable growth, economic resilience, and geopolitical compatibility. \u201cIf India has to move forward, there is simply no alternative,\u201d he said.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Jitendra Singh said that reducing dependence on fossil fuel imports not only strengthens self-reliance but also prepares India for an inevitable global shift, as traditional energy exporters themselves are rapidly diversifying their energy portfolios. \u201cPersisting with outdated energy models is like clinging to obsolete technology out of sentiment, tomorrow, even spare parts will not be available,\u201d he remarked.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Highlighting India\u2019s growing stature on the global stage, the Minister said the country is no longer a passive participant but a trendsetter in areas such as climate action, clean energy, and advanced technology. \u201cIndia is no longer following global cues; today, other nations are looking towards India for direction,\u201d he said, citing examples from space exploration and biotechnology where Indian innovation is benefiting the global community.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Referring to India\u2019s clean energy commitments, Dr. Jitendra Singh recalled that Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced India\u2019s Net Zero target for 2070 and reiterated the government\u2019s resolve to achieve 100 GW of nuclear energy capacity by 2047. He clarified that different energy sources should not be viewed through the prism of discrimination but through suitability, reliability, and application-specific utility.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Minister emphasized that while renewable energy will form a significant share of India\u2019s energy mix, certain sectors\u2014such as data centres, artificial intelligence, and advanced computing, require uninterrupted, stable, 24×7 power, where nuclear energy plays a critical role. \u201cThe future lies in a hybrid energy model, where each source is deployed where it is most cost-effective and efficient,\u201d he said.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Drawing parallels from technological evolution, Dr. Jitendra Singh observed that just as Artificial Intelligence is now evolving into a balanced \u2018AI plus Human Intelligence\u2019 model, India\u2019s energy strategy too will mature into an integrated framework combining renewables, nuclear power, hydrogen, and other emerging solutions.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

He also highlighted the government\u2019s bold and unconventional reforms, including opening strategic sectors such as nuclear energy and space to private participation. \u201cThis government has demonstrated the courage to move beyond the status quo, enabling public-private synergy that is essential for achieving scale, speed and sustainability,\u201d he said.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Calling for greater collaboration and trust between the public and private sectors, the Minister said India must move beyond silos and mutual scepticism to build a healthy ecosystem of innovation and execution. \u201cNational progress demands collective responsibility, shared purpose and integrated action,\u201d he asserted.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Jitendra Singh concluded by stating that while the initial phase of energy transition presents challenges, India is firmly on the right path under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. \u201cClean energy is no longer a subject of seminars alone; it is becoming a way of life. As stakeholders, we will adapt, innovate, and lead,\u201d he said.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Energy Independence aligned with Self-Reliance and Geopolitical Compatibility: Dr Jitendra Singh \u201cCertain sectors\u2014such as data centres, artificial intelligence, and advanced computing, require uninterrupted, stable, 24×7 power, where nuclear energy plays a critical role\u201d India Will Not Follow; It Will Lead the World in Clean Energy Transition: Dr Jitendra Singh Clean Energy a Way of Life, …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":15354,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-15353","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-education-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15353","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=15353"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15353\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15356,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15353\/revisions\/15356"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/15354"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=15353"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=15353"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=15353"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}