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Environment & Ecology 21 September 2026 · Event date: 20 September 2026

President of India addresses Valedictory Session of NGT’s International Conference on ‘The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics’ in New Delhi

President of India addresses Valedictory Session of NGT’s International Conference on ‘The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics’ in New Delhi
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President Droupadi Murmu addressed the valedictory session of the National Green Tribunal's International Conference on 'The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics' in New Delhi. Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal noted during the event that India achieved its 50 per cent non-fossil capacity target five years ahead of schedule, with non-fossil sources now accounting for nearly 55 per cent of installed generation capacity. The two-day conference brought together stakeholders from 17 countries, UNEP, and the Asian Development Bank.

Why It Matters

This is relevant for competitive exams covering current affairs related to India's environmental milestones, energy targets, and key dignitaries' statements.

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In Simple Words

President Droupadi Murmu spoke at the closing session of the National Green Tribunal's international conference in New Delhi. She praised the NGT for improving environmental governance and stressed community-based climate adaptation.

Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal announced that India reached its 50 percent non-fossil energy target five years early, with non-fossil sources now making up about 55 percent of capacity. The event also featured the release of the NGT souvenir 'Harit Nyayam' and discussions among experts from 17 countries.

Key Points

  • President Smt. Droupadi Murmu addressed the valedictory session of NGT's international conference.
  • The conference was titled 'The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics' and held in New Delhi.
  • Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal stated non-fossil sources account for nearly 55 per cent of installed generation capacity.
  • India achieved its 50 per cent non-fossil capacity target five years ahead of schedule.
  • Shri Manohar Lal released the NGT souvenir titled 'Harit Nyayam'.
  • The two-day conference was inaugurated by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 19.09.2026.
  • Stakeholders from 17 countries, UNEP, and the Asian Development Bank participated.
  • The event featured technical sessions on planetary environmental challenges and forest protection.

Exam Angle

Keynote speaker
President Smt. Droupadi Murmu
Non-fossil capacity share
Nearly 55 per cent
NGT Souvenir title
Harit Nyayam
Participating countries count
17 countries

A. Harit Nyayam

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