Odisha Green Energy Summit 2025: Net-Zero Vision and Solar Homes Initiative
Puri– Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the Global Energy Leaders’ Summit (GELS 2025) in Puri, unveiling an ambitious roadmap for Odisha’s clean energy future.
The summit brought together central and state leaders, industry experts, researchers, and global policymakers to chart a path toward sustainable energy transitions.
In his keynote address, CM Majhi emphasised Odisha’s vision to become a green energy hub by 2036 and achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2070.
He highlighted the importance of uninterrupted rural power supply and self-reliant energy infrastructure as foundations for prosperity.
Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi announced the approval of 1.5 lakh solar homes in Odisha, expected to benefit nearly 8 lakh people.
He praised India’s solar capacity growth from 2.8 GW in 2014 to 130 GW today, underscoring Odisha’s role in the national clean energy mission.
Former UK Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair, addressing the summit virtually, stressed that successful energy transitions require long-term collaboration across governments.
Deputy CM Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo drew inspiration from the Konark Sun Temple, symbolising India’s centuries-old connection with energy, and reiterated Odisha’s centenary goal in 2036 to lead in clean energy, manufacturing, and green hydrogen.
The summit marked a significant step toward Odisha’s vision of becoming a self-sufficient green energy leader, aligning state’s ambitions with India’s national sustainability goals.
