CJI Surya Kant, CM Siddaramaiah inaugurate ‘Global Sustainable Energy’ summit in Bengaluru (Ld)
Bengaluru, April 18 (IANS) Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant and Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday inaugurated the two-day International Conference on “Sustainable Energy: An Agenda for India @ 2047 – Reimagining Law, Policy, and Innovation for Energy Justice” in Bengaluru.
The two-day international conference on “Sustainable Energy: An Agenda for India @ 2047” prominently highlights the initiatives and leadership of the Department of Energy, Government of Karnataka, under the leadership of K.J. George, Minister for Energy.
The conference is being jointly organised by the Commonwealth Legal Education Association (CLEA) and the Department of Energy, Government of Karnataka, bringing together leading jurists, policymakers, industry experts, and academicians from across India and abroad.
The Inaugural Session was led by Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant, who delivered the inaugural address. This high-level inaugural session has set the tone for deliberations on India’s energy future, with a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and energy justice.
The conference has highlighted Karnataka’s leadership in the energy sector, with the Department of Energy advancing progressive policies, fostering innovation, and supporting the State’s contribution to India’s long-term energy goals and Net Zero commitments.
The event aims to provide a platform for dialogue on India’s energy transition, policy, and governance, aligning with the national vision for energy security and sustainability by 2047.
The conference will conclude on April 19 with a valedictory session featuring distinguished dignitaries and outlining the way forward with key recommendations and insights.
The conference prominently highlighted the initiatives and leadership of the Department of Energy, Government of Karnataka, under the leadership of K.J. George, Minister for Energy, and under the guidance of Gaurav Gupta, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary Energy.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated: “Bengaluru city offers instructive lessons that speak to the heart of what we have gathered here to discuss: that tradition and transformation need not be adversaries, that heritage and ambition can walk together without diminishing each other.”
“Within its landscape, towering software parks stand not far from expansive green spaces, and in that coexistence lies a lesson for all of us: that we can shape the future of Energy Justice by ensuring that the pathways of development we choose today guarantee a fair distribution of benefits and burdens, transparent decision-making, and genuine recognition of vulnerable communities,” the CJI added.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said, “This conference comes at a defining moment in India’s development journey—when energy is not merely a sector, but the very foundation of a developed, inclusive, and sustainable nation.”
“Karnataka is proud to host this important dialogue. As India moves towards becoming a developed nation by 2047, the scale of transformation required in the energy sector is unprecedented,” Siddaramaiah stated.
Energy Minister K.J. George said, “The importance of continued dialogue between the judiciary and the energy sector cannot be overstated. Bringing together the judiciary, policymakers, regulators, and industry on a single platform is not an easy task, and this initiative deserves our highest appreciation.”
–IANS
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