21 May 2025: PIB Summary For UPSC

1. India’s Vision at World Hydrogen Summit 2025

(Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 21, 2025)

Topic: GS Paper 3 – Environment; GS Paper 2 – International Relations

Context

At the World Hydrogen Summit in Rotterdam, India highlighted its strategies and capabilities in renewable energy and green hydrogen production.

Content

• Achievements:

  • Installed over 223 GW of renewable energy (108 GW solar, 51 GW wind).

  • Launched National Green Hydrogen Mission in 2023 with USD 2.4 billion allocation.

• Targets:

  • Produce 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2030.

  • Attract investments worth USD 100 billion and generate over 600,000 jobs.

• Initiatives:

  • Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme.

  • Development of green hydrogen hubs at Kandla, Paradip, and Tuticorin ports.

  • Policy support from 15 states for green hydrogen.

Practice Question:Evaluate India’s strategies for promoting green hydrogen as a sustainable energy source and its potential impact on achieving energy independence.

2. India Advocates Inclusive Energy Governance at BRICS Meet

(Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 21, 2025)

Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations; GS Paper 3 – Energy

Context

At the BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting in Brasília, India emphasized the need for inclusive energy governance and showcased its clean energy achievements.

Content

• India’s Highlights:

  • 90% increase in electricity capacity over the past decade, reaching 475 GW.

  • Third-largest producer of solar and wind energy globally.

  • Achieved 20% ethanol blending milestone.

  • Investments in smart grids and green energy corridors.

• BRICS Communiqué:

  • Commitment to UN Sustainable Development Goal 7 (affordable and clean energy).

  • Support for open, fair, and non-discriminatory international energy markets.

  • Encouragement of local currency use in energy trade.

  • Recognition of the role of fossil fuels in developing countries with an emphasis on cleaner technologies.

Practice Question: Analyze India’s role in promoting inclusive energy governance within BRICS and its implications for global energy security.

3. AI for Good Governance: Himachal Pradesh Workshop

(Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 21, 2025)

Topic: GS Paper 2 – Governance; GS Paper 3 – Science & Technology

Context

The Himachal Pradesh Government, in collaboration with the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) under MeitY, organized a workshop to promote AI adoption in governance.

Content

• Objective: Sensitize over 100 senior officials on AI’s role in governance.

• Key Sessions:

  • AI foundations and risk mitigation.

  • Adoption strategies and tools for smarter public administration.

  • Building robust AI infrastructure.

• Highlights:

  • Emphasis on ethical and inclusive AI deployment.

  • Focus on data-driven policymaking and improved service delivery.

  • Part of NeGD’s Capacity Building initiative under the IndiaAI Mission.

Practice Question: Discuss the potential of Artificial Intelligence in enhancing governance and the challenges associated with its implementation in public administration.

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