Uttarakhand Ranks Second Among Special Category States In National Renewable Energy Assessment
Dehradun, October 31, 2026: Uttarakhand has achieved a significant milestone at the national level in the field of renewable energy. The Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has awarded the state the second rank among the best-performing special category states under the Renewable Energy State Assessment Framework (RE-SAF). Secretary of the Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy,…
Uttarakhand has secured the second position among special category states in the national renewable energy assessment conducted by the Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). The achievement was announced on October 31, 2026, through a letter from MNRE Secretary Santosh Sarangi to Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan.
The recognition comes after the state's commendable efforts in promoting renewable energy development and creating an enabling ecosystem for the sector. The Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy conveyed the congratulatory message in the letter, expressing satisfaction with the state's sustainable development initiatives. The state's success will be celebrated at the valedictory session of the Bharat RE Summit and Expo 2026, which will be attended by the Hon’ble Vice President of India, Shri C.P.
Radhakrishnan, on November 5, 2026. Uttarakhand's second rank in the renewable energy assessment highlights the state's commitment to environmental conservation, clean energy transition, and sustainable development, under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The state government is focusing on expanding the use of solar energy, hydropower, and other renewable sources to meet the state's energy needs, create employment opportunities, and foster economic growth.
The RE-SAF assessment framework evaluates states based on parameters such as capacity addition, policy and regulatory framework, grid readiness, DISCOM performance, and investment climate.
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