Monday, February 22, 2010

Abdullah Advocates Use of Renewable Energy For Pollution Free Northeast


Farooq Abdullah New Delhi, Feb 22 : Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Farooq Abdullah has called for greater use of renewable energy for ensuring a greener and pollution free Northeast.

Participating at the Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day at Itanagar last week, Dr Abdullah stressed the importance for the maintenance of the state's abundant forest resources.

The Minister observed that the renewable energy in the border areas will serve as a boon to the people as it would not only provide electricity but also ensure dissemination of proper information and knowledge about health, education and environment through electronic means.

During his interactions with Chief Minister Dorjee Khandu and other senior officials of the state, Dr Abdullah assured to provide all possible assistance for renovation and modernization of Mini/Micro and Small hydro projects in the state.

He also assured to look into the demand for adequate fund for other projects under various stages of progress including installation of solar lights and heating system at vital areas.




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