PM Modi: Developed Nations Emit 6x More Per Capita Carbon Than India, India Meets Paris Targets Early

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that developed nations have per capita carbon emissions six times higher than India, pushing back against blame placed on developing countries. He noted India's per capita emissions are less than half the global average and that India is the only G20 nation to meet its Paris Agreement commitments ahead of schedule. Modi highlighted India's focus on renewable energy and nuclear power, though he acknowledged legal challenges to nuclear projects. The remarks came at an international conference on environment and climate in New Delhi, attended by environmental experts and officials. The statement underscores the ongoing debate over equitable climate responsibility and the need for developed nations to lead on emissions reductions.