Govt vows to end ‘energy poverty’: Oil minister Dharmendra Pradhan

India, one of the world’s top energy consumers, is preparing a road map to achieve Aatmanirbhar Urja or self-reliance in energy, petroleum and natural gas minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Thursday.

The plans for energy security span increased crude oil and natural gas production to hydrogen gas and solar and wind power as it seeks to meet rising domestic demand.

“On the energy front, we are developing a clear road map of Aatmanirbhar Urja for Aatmanirbhar Bharat. We have to ensure energy justice and end energy poverty in the country. This means more energy to improve the lives of Indians with a smaller carbon footprint,” Pradhan said at the foundation week of industry body Assocham.