PM Modi Highlights Climate Inequality, Says Developed Nations Emit 6x More Per Capita Carbon, Notes Renewable Gains and Nuclear Opposition

In a speech at an environment conference, PM Modi said developed nations produce six times more per capita carbon emissions than India, yet developing countries are often blamed for climate change. He urged Indians to push back on this narrative globally. The remarks anchor a broader argument about fair burden-sharing in climate policy. Modi also outlined India's clean energy progress: solar capacity rose from 2 GW to over 160 GW in 12 years, wind capacity tripled, and non-fossil energy capacity grew 400%. He highlighted rooftop solar installations under PM SuryaGhar, EV sales jumping from 3,000 to 25 lakh annually, and expansion of metro and rail electrification. On nuclear energy, Modi said court cases by those who lecture on environment are blocking progress, and he is opening pathways for private players in these sectors.