India to cut down greenhouse gas emissions by around 35 per cent by 2030

New Delhi: Ahead of the global climate change summit in Paris in December this year, India on Friday pledged to cut down its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by around 35 per cent by 2030 from its 2005 levels, a 75 per cent jump over its current voluntary commitment.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a thinly veiled reference to developed nations’ economies, said though India was not to be blamed for the “sin” of environment degradation, it would still contribute towards containing it.

“I want to tell the world on behalf of 125 crore Indians that we have no role in this sin which precipitated the environment crisis. Our heritage, culture, ancestors never permitted the exploitation of nature and natural resources. India will make its contribution for the welfare of humanity. Irrespective of who committed this sin, India will cut emissions,” he said.