Joshi hails northeast shift to green power
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi stated on Friday that India is moving toward a cleaner, greener, and energy-secure Northeast, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of achieving prosperity through sustainability. Speaking at the Regional Workshop on Renewable Energy in Guwahati, he described the northeast as “Ashtalakshmi” transforming into “Urja-Lakshmi” under Modi’s leadership.
Joshi praised northeastern states for their high share of renewable energy capacity and reviewed progress on key schemes. He highlighted opportunities in solar, small hydro, green hydrogen, and biomass. On the same day, he honored Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his 150th birth anniversary, calling his vision a lasting inspiration for national unity.
He noted that the region has experienced significant development under Modi, with all states now connected by rail, air, and road. Investments in tourism, industry, and skill development have surged. The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region spent a record Rs 3,447.71 crore in FY 2024–25, a 74.4 percent jump from the prior year and over 200 percent growth in three years.
Digital monitoring via the Poorvottar Vikas Setu portal has improved project oversight, achieving 97 percent inspection coverage and 91 percent operationalization of completed works, according to Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.
