Northeast Desk, September 4, 2024 — Dr. Indra Hang Subba, Lok Sabha MP from Sikkim, underscored the urgent need for expanding renewable energy initiatives to mitigate the escalating impacts of climate change during a meeting of the Estimates Committee. The session, chaired by Dr. Sanjay Jaiswal, took place at the Parliament House Annexe Extension Building and focused on evaluating schemes under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
Dr. Subba, known for his strong advocacy of environmental sustainability, emphasized the immediacy of the climate crisis, stating, “We are the first generation to feel the effects of climate change, and the last generation who can do something about it.” His remarks reflect the increasing global push for sustainable energy as a vital solution to the climate emergency.
Sikkim, under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Prem Singh Tamang-Golay, has been a pioneer in environmental conservation, with clean energy and sustainability at the heart of its development strategy. Dr. Subba’s contributions in the committee align with the state’s ongoing efforts to promote green energy, furthering the national agenda of environmental stewardship envisioned in the ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ vision by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
Expressing his satisfaction with the discussions, Dr. Subba noted, “I am pleased to have had the opportunity to share my inputs on such a critical issue. Our collective efforts are crucial to ensuring a sustainable future for our country and the world.”
Dr. Subba’s involvement in the Estimates Committee, one of Parliament’s most influential bodies, highlights his commitment to tackling India’s economic and environmental challenges. His efforts are instrumental in reinforcing Sikkim’s leadership in renewable energy and climate action, contributing to the nation’s vision of a sustainable and prosperous future.
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