India's per capita emissions far below global average, PM tells world

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has underscored India's climate performance, stating that the nation's per capita carbon emissions are less than half the global average and approximately six times lower than those of developed countries.

Modi's remarks, made in an international forum, sought to position India as a responsible player in global climate efforts despite its status as a developing economy with a large population.

Beyond emissions metrics, the Prime Minister highlighted India's track record on environmental initiatives and progress in scaling renewable energy capacity. These efforts reflect New Delhi's commitment to balancing development goals with climate imperatives.

India has emerged as a significant player in renewable energy expansion in recent years, with substantial investments in solar and wind power. The country has also set ambitious targets for increasing renewable energy capacity as part of its climate commitments under international agreements.

The statement comes amid growing international pressure on nations to demonstrate concrete climate action and emissions reductions in line with global climate goals.