India's Renewable Energy Push: Federal Ministry in Talks to Boost Clean Energy Purchases

India's federal renewable energy ministry is actively engaging with state governments to secure increased purchases of clean energy solutions, according to the country's renewable energy minister.

Minister Pralhad Joshi revealed ongoing efforts to persuade states to commit to more renewable energy investments despite the current trend of declining power prices. A follow-up round of talks is set to take place shortly.

A significant 44 gigawatts of clean energy remain unsold due to reduced demand from state utilities, prompting these renewed federal efforts to drive adoption and deployment of renewable sources.

(With inputs from agencies.)