Union Power Minister Manohar Lal on Friday (March 20, 2026) stressed the importance of energy security amid the ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Addressing a ministerial meet at the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, Lal called for coordinated efforts between the Centre and States to ensure affordable and efficient power generation, transmission, and distribution.
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"Stressing the importance of energy security amid global uncertainties, he (Lal) underlined the need to enhance per capita energy consumption and accelerate the transition towards renewable energy," a Power Ministry statement said.
He also noted the potential of nuclear energy as a clean energy source and termed the SHANTI Act a significant step forward.
