State on six pronged agenda to transform into green Energy State: CM
Punjab Newsline, Shimla. November 4-
CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said today that the State Government has urged the Union Ministry of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw to explore the possibility of converting the Kalka-Shimla UNESCO World Heritage train to run on green hydrogen. In a letter written to the Union Railways Minister, he urged the ministry to consider transforming this historic rail line into a green energy-powered route. He added, “The state government aims to make Himachal Pradesh a green energy state by March 31, 2026 and has undertaken several initiatives to achieve this goal.”
Further he said that the State government is working on a six-pronged strategy to transform the State into a certified Green Energy State, contributing significantly to India’s climate commitments and aligning with the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). This strategic transition will ensure a fair and just shift towards sustainable energy while also boosting the state’s economy.
Sukhu stated that the State is on track to replace its current thermal power consumption of 1,500 Million Units (MUs) with renewable sources, including hydro, solar, and wind power.