While calling for resilient green technology supply chains, PM Modi emphasized the need for building an inclusive food system

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for robust green and clean technology supply chains to fight climate change. He emphasized that among the most urgent issues facing the globe now are climate change, environmental preservation, and energy security.

In his statement at the 7th working session of the G7 summit in Hiroshima in Japan, PM Modi on Saturday stressed on the need to expand the conversation on climate change beyond the energy angle.

He said the Earth is respected in Indian culture as a mother and that, in order to address these issues, “we must respond to Mother Nature's call and alter our conduct.”

While highlighting India India’s efforts towards the mitigation of emissions, he said India made significant progress in addressing these issues and has developed institutional solutions that can benefit the entire world.

He added that initiatives like Mission Life, the International Solar Alliance, the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, Mission Hydrogen, the Biofuel Alliance, and the Big Cat Alliance show India's dedication to ensuring the sustainability of the world's environment.

He said India is moving swiftly towards its goal of ‘Net Zero’ emissions by 2070 with Indian railways deciding to become Net Zero by 2030.

In this context, the Prime Minister also added a fact on India’s journey towards a zero-carbon world. He said the installed capacity of renewable energy in India is about 175 Megawatts and in 2030, it will reach around 500 Megawatts. He called these efforts as part of India’s obligation to the planet

The Prime Minister also said that India’s environmental commitments are not a hindrance but a catalyst in its development journey.

In his speech, Prime Minister Modi also emphasized the need for technology transfer and accessible funding to help underdeveloped nations adopt green and clean technologies. He cautioned that without such backing, conversations on climate action would be pointless and it would be challenging to bring about real change.

While stressing India's advancements in agricultural growth and water conservation, PM Modi stressed that Indian farmers are actively pursuing the objective of "Per Drop, More Crop," which strives to maximize the use of water in agriculture.

Earlier at the 6th session of the G7 summit, the Prime Minister underlined the need to give priority to the development of an inclusive food system that solves the problems faced by the most vulnerable populations in the world, notably marginalized farmers.

He praised Japanese Prime Minister Kishida for effectively hosting the meeting and making many recommendations about global food security.

He emphasized the need to bolster the world's supply chains for fertilizer by eliminating political barriers and reducing the expansionist mentality that obstructs access to fertilizer resources.

He suggested developing a new natural agricultural model as a global substitute for fertilizers and emphasized the potential advantages of empowering farmers worldwide using digital technologies.

The Prime Minister also underlined the need for linking organic food with nutrition and health rather than viewing it as solely a fashion statement or a business trend.

By drawing attention to the fact that the United Nations recognized 2023 as the International Year of Millets, PM Modi emphasized the necessity of spreading knowledge about millets and how they may help with issues like nutrition, climate change, water conservation, and food security.

In addition, PM Modi urged everyone to take responsibility for minimizing food waste, highlighting its significance for long-term global food security.

He emphasized that the COVID-19 outbreak had shown the limits of collaboration and aid, with the provision of vaccinations and medications being politicized rather than placing a priority on human welfare.

PM Modi recommended making building robust healthcare systems a high priority in terms of health security. He pushed for the adoption, development, and collaboration of traditional medicine while highlighting the value of comprehensive healthcare.

Furthermore, he stressed on the importance of prioritizing the mobility of doctors and nurses who serve on the frontlines, highlighting their critical role in healthcare services.

PM Modi argued that the development model should facilitate progress rather than hinder the advancement of developing countries. He called for a shift away from consumerism-inspired development and a greater focus on the holistic use of natural resources.

He highlighted the necessity for harmony among development, technology, and democracy and the democratization of technology as a method of bridging the divide between development and democracy.

On the issue of women’s development, PM Modi said women-led development is now a reality in India. In this regard, he highlighted the election of a woman from a tribal region as the President of India and the allocation of 33% of local government seats for women.

He also spoke about a law that has been made with an aim to protect the rights of transgender people and how one railway station in India is being run entirely by transgenders.