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August 28, 2024 | 17:24 IST
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પ્રધાનમંત્રી શ્રી નરેન્દ્ર મોદીની અધ્યક્ષતામાં કેન્દ્રીય મંત્રીમંડળે પૂર્વોત્તર પ્રદેશ (NER)માં હાઈડ્રો ઈલેક્ટ્રીક પ્રોજેક્ટ્સના વિકાસ માટે તેમની ઈક્વિટી ભાગીદારી માટે એનઈઆરની રાજ્ય સરકારોને રાજ્યની સંસ્થાઓ અને કેન્દ્રીય જાહેર ક્ષેત્રના ઉપક્રમો વચ્ચે સંયુક્ત સાહસ (JV) સહયોગ દ્વારા કેન્દ્રીય નાણાકીય સહાય (CFA) પ્રદાન કરવા માટેના ઊર્જા મંત્રાલયના પ્રસ્તાવને મંજૂરી આપી છે.
આ યોજનામાં રૂ. 4136 કરોડ નાણાકીય વર્ષ 2024-25થી નાણાકીય વર્ષ 2031-32 સુધી લાગુ કરવામાં આવશે. આ યોજના હેઠળ લગભગ 15000 મેગાવોટની સંચિત હાઇડ્રો ક્ષમતાને સમર્થન આપવામાં આવશે. આ યોજનાને પાવર મંત્રાલયના કુલ ખર્ચમાંથી ઉત્તર પૂર્વીય ક્ષેત્ર માટે 10% ગ્રોસ બજેટરી સપોર્ટ (GBS) દ્વારા ભંડોળ પૂરું પાડવામાં આવશે.
ઊર્જા મંત્રાલય દ્વારા ઘડવામાં આવેલી યોજના રાજ્ય સરકાર સાથે કેન્દ્રીય PSUના તમામ પ્રોજેક્ટ્સ માટે સંયુક્ત સાહસ (JV) કંપનીની રચના માટે પ્રદાન કરે છે.
NER રાજ્ય સરકારના ઇક્વિટી હિસ્સા તરફની ગ્રાન્ટ કુલ પ્રોજેક્ટ ઇક્વિટીના 24% સુધી સીમિત કરવામાં આવશે જે પ્રોજેક્ટ દીઠ મહત્તમ રૂ. 750 કરોડની છે. દરેક પ્રોજેક્ટ માટે રૂ.750 કરોડની મર્યાદા, જો જરૂરી હોય તો, કેસ-ટુ-કેસ ધોરણે ફરીથી જોવામાં આવશે. ગ્રાન્ટ ફાળવતી વખતે સંયુક્ત સાહસમાં CPSU અને રાજ્ય સરકારની ઇક્વિટીનો ગુણોત્તર જાળવવામાં આવશે.
કેન્દ્રીય નાણાકીય સહાય માત્ર સક્ષમ હાઈડ્રો ઈલેક્ટ્રીક પ્રોજેક્ટ્સ સુધી મર્યાદિત રહેશે. રાજ્યોએ પ્રોજેક્ટને સધ્ધર બનાવવા માટે મુક્ત શક્તિને માફ કરવી/અથવા એસજીએસટીની ભરપાઈ કરવી પડશે.
આ યોજનાની રજૂઆત સાથે, હાઇડ્રો ડેવલપમેન્ટમાં રાજ્ય સરકારોની ભાગીદારીને પ્રોત્સાહિત કરવામાં આવશે અને જોખમ અને જવાબદારીઓ વધુ સમાન રીતે વહેંચવામાં આવશે. જમીન સંપાદન, પુનર્વસવાટ અને પુનઃસ્થાપન અને સ્થાનિક કાયદો અને વ્યવસ્થાના મુદ્દાઓ જેવા મુદ્દાઓ રાજ્ય સરકારો હિસ્સેદાર બનવા સાથે ઘટશે. આનાથી પ્રોજેક્ટના વધુ પડતા સમય અને ખર્ચને ટાળી શકાશે.
આ યોજના ઉત્તર પૂર્વની હાઇડ્રો પાવર સંભવિતતાનો ઉપયોગ કરવામાં મહત્વપૂર્ણ ભૂમિકા ભજવશે. તે ઉત્તર પૂર્વીય ક્ષેત્રમાં વિશાળ રોકાણ લાવશે અને પરિવહન, પ્રવાસન, નાના પાયાના વ્યવસાય દ્વારા પરોક્ષ રોજગાર/ઉદ્યોગ સાહસિક તકો સાથે સ્થાનિક લોકોને મોટી સંખ્યામાં પ્રત્યક્ષ રોજગાર પ્રદાન કરશે. હાઇડ્રોઇલેક્ટ્રિક પ્રોજેક્ટ્સનો વિકાસ 2030 સુધીમાં 500 GW નવીનીકરણીય ઊર્જા ક્ષમતા સ્થાપિત કરવાના ભારતના રાષ્ટ્રીય નિર્ધારિત યોગદાન (INDC)ને સાકાર કરવામાં પણ યોગદાન આપશે અને ગ્રીડમાં RE સ્ત્રોતોના એકીકરણમાં મદદ કરશે આમ રાષ્ટ્રીય ગ્રીડની લવચીકતા, સુરક્ષા અને વિશ્વસનીયતામાં વધારો થશે.
ભારત સરકાર હાઇડ્રો પાવરના વિકાસમાં અવરોધરૂપ મુદ્દાઓને ઉકેલવા માટે ઘણી નીતિગત પહેલ કરી રહી છે. હાઈડ્રો પાવર સેક્ટરને પ્રોત્સાહન આપવા અને તેને વધુ સધ્ધર બનાવવા માટે, કેબિનેટે 7મી માર્ચ, 2019ના રોજ, મોટા હાઈડ્રો પાવર પ્રોજેક્ટ્સને રિન્યુએબલ એનર્જી સ્ત્રોત તરીકે જાહેર કરવા, હાઈડ્રો પાવર પરચેઝ ઓબ્લિગેશન્સ (HPO), ટેરિફ તર્કસંગતીકરણના પગલાં, વધતી જતી ટેરિફ, સંગ્રહ HEP માં પૂરની મધ્યસ્થતા માટે અંદાજપત્રીય સમર્થન અને માળખાકીય સુવિધાઓને સક્ષમ કરવા માટેના ખર્ચ માટે અંદાજપત્રીય સમર્થન, એટલે કે, રસ્તાઓ અને પુલોનું બાંધકામને મંજૂરી આપી હતી.
PM Modi's Global Diplomacy: Strengthening India's Partnerships Across Continents
December 31, 2024
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In recent years, PM Modi has significantly strengthened India's global partnerships through a series of impactful bilateral visits across continents. These visits have been crucial in advancing India’s foreign policy, enhancing strategic cooperation, and promoting economic, cultural, and diplomatic ties with key nations worldwide. From the Gulf to Europe, Southeast Asia, and Africa, PM Modi’s diplomatic outreach is a symbol to India’s growing global presence under his leadership.
United Arab Emirates: Strengthening Ties with the Gulf
PM Modi’s visit to the UAE marked his 7th trip in nine years, reflecting the deepening relationship between India and the Gulf nation. During the visit, PM Modi addressed the Indian diaspora at the AHLAN MODI event, a vibrant celebration of the strong cultural and historical ties between the two nations.
PM Modi at the AHLAN MODI Event in the UAE
The visit also marked a milestone with the inauguration of the first Hindu temple in the UAE — the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Abu Dhabi. This temple is a symbol of India’s cultural diplomacy and the growing acceptance of India’s diversity in the Gulf region. The visit reinforced the UAE’s role as a key partner in India’s energy and economic growth, as well as the growing importance of the Indian expatriate community.
Qatar: Renewed Bilateral Cooperation
PM Modi’s visit to Qatar infused “new vigour” into the already robust bilateral ties between India and the Gulf nation. This visit was particularly significant, as Qatar released eight former Indian Navy personnel who had been detained on charges of espionage, a gesture that reflected Qatar's commitment to strengthening ties with India. The visit helped bolster economic cooperation, particularly in sectors like energy, trade, and infrastructure.
PM Modi in Qatar with his counterparts
Additionally, Qatar's investment in India's growing economy was emphasized, opening avenues for enhanced collaboration in the future.
Bhutan: Strengthening Regional Partnerships
A significant aspect of PM Modi’s visit to Bhutan was the inauguration of a state-of-the-art hospital in Thimphu, constructed with Indian assistance.
PM Modi at the inauguration of a state-of-the-art hospital in Thimphu
This move symbolized India’s continued support for Bhutan’s development, enhancing bilateral ties and ensuring India’s strategic influence in the region. Bhutan is an important partner in India's “Neighbourhood First” policy, and this visit further cemented the shared values of peace, stability, and progress between the two nations.
Austria: A Historic Milestone
PM Modi’s visit to Austria in 2024 was groundbreaking, as it marked the first trip by an Indian PM to the country in 41 years. This visit coincided with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Austria. The visit focused on strengthening trade, technology, and cultural ties. Austria’s expertise in renewable energy, engineering, and research was highlighted as a potential area for collaboration.
PM Modi interacted with CEOs in Austria
The visit underscored India’s growing importance in European diplomatic circles and Austria’s role as a partner in India’s development trajectory.
Russia: Reaffirming Strategic Partnerships
In his visit to Russia for the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit, PM Modi and President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed the longstanding strategic partnership between the two nations.
PM Modi in Russia for the 16th BRICS Summit
The summit emphasized mutual cooperation in defence, energy, and technology. Russia’s support for India’s defence requirements, including the supply of critical military equipment, continued to be a cornerstone of the bilateral relationship. Moreover, both nations agreed to further enhance energy cooperation, particularly in the oil and natural gas sectors, which are crucial for India’s energy security.
Poland: Strengthening Diplomatic Ties
PM Modi’s visit to Poland in 2024 was historic, marking the first trip by an Indian PM in 45 years. The visit coincided with the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. During the visit, both India and Poland elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership.
PM Modi Honoured the Fallen Heroes in Poland
Discussions centred around defence cooperation, scientific collaboration, and greater engagement in trade and investment. Poland’s support for India’s entry into global institutions such as the UN Security Council was also a significant aspect of the visit.
Ukraine: Diplomatic Engagement Amid Conflict
PM Modi’s visit to Ukraine was particularly noteworthy, coming at a time when military actions had been suspended by both warring sides. The visit demonstrated India’s commitment to global peace and its willingness to offer humanitarian and technological assistance for post-war reconstruction.
PM Modi delivered humanitarian aid to Ukrainian President
The PM assured Ukraine of India’s support in rebuilding its war-torn infrastructure, reflecting India’s role as a peace-broker in global conflicts. The visit also highlighted India’s position on non-interference and peaceful resolution of disputes.
Brunei: A Milestone in India’s 'Act East' Policy
PM Modi’s visit to Brunei marked the first-ever bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Southeast Asian nation. The visit coincided with the 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties between India and Brunei. Brunei is a key partner in India’s “Act East” policy, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.
PM Modi’s visit to Brunei was the first bilateral visit by an Indian PM
The visit focused on enhancing cooperation in trade, energy, and maritime security. Brunei’s strategic location and its importance in regional security made this visit a crucial step in strengthening India’s relationships with Southeast Asian nations.
Singapore: Strengthening Strategic Partnership
PM Modi’s visit to Singapore emphasized the strengthening of India’s strategic partnership with the island nation, particularly in advanced manufacturing, digitalization, and sustainable development. The visit facilitated the growth of synergies between the semiconductor ecosystems of India and Singapore. Both nations explored opportunities to collaborate in research, innovation, and green technologies, which are essential for India’s future economic growth.
PM Modi at the Roundtable with Business Leaders in Singapore
Singapore’s role as a financial hub and a gateway to Southeast Asia made this visit critical for India’s long-term economic ambitions.
Guyana: Reaching Out to the Indian Diaspora
PM Modi’s visit to Guyana was historic as it marked the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in over 50 years. The visit was significant for its emphasis on strengthening ties with the Indian diaspora, which has had a deep historical connection with Guyana for over 185 years. During the visit, PM Modi held discussions on giving strategic direction to the India-Guyana relationship, focusing on trade, technology, and infrastructure development.
PM Modi at the 2nd Caricom- India Summit in Guyana
The Prime Minister paid homage to the contributions of the Indian diaspora, underscoring their role in bridging cultural and economic ties between India and Guyana.
Nigeria: Strengthening African Partnerships
PM Modi’s visit to Nigeria in November 2024 was the first by an Indian PM to the West African nation in decades. The visit marked a significant step in strengthening India’s partnership with Nigeria, which is one of the most populous and influential countries in Africa. The visit focused on strategic cooperation, particularly in energy, trade, and security. India and Nigeria agreed to work closely on areas like healthcare, education, and infrastructure development. The visit also underscored the importance of democratic values and pluralism, shared by both nations.
PM Modi interacted with the Indian Diaspora in Nigeria
Kuwait: Enhancing Economic and Cultural Cooperation
PM Modi’s visit to Kuwait was especially significant as it was the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Gulf nation in 43 years. The visit focused on enhancing economic relations and cultural exchanges. Kuwait, with its strategic location in the Gulf, plays a pivotal role in India’s energy security and economic interests.
PM Modi at the Hala Modi Event in Kuwait
The visit aimed at bolstering collaboration in trade, energy, and investment, reinforcing the historical ties between the two nations. It was also an opportunity to connect with the large Indian diaspora in Kuwait, a key contributor to both the Gulf nation’s economy and the bilateral relationship.
A Global Leader in Diplomacy and Strategic Partnerships
PM Modi’s series of impactful bilateral visits across continents has significantly elevated India’s diplomatic standing and global influence. His efforts have not only strengthened traditional alliances but also fostered new strategic partnerships, positioning India as a key player in global affairs. Through his leadership, India has championed multilateral cooperation, sustainable development, and peaceful conflict resolution, ensuring its active participation in shaping the future of the world. These diplomatic engagements reflect India’s growing prominence on the global stage, laying the foundation for a prosperous and interconnected future.
