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Modi says India’s emissions are below global average

36 sourcesUpdated 19 Sept 2026, 6:30 am Coverage regionsIndia
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India’s per capita emissions were described as less than half the global average.

Modi said developed nations emit six times more per capita.

He argued that developing countries are wrongly blamed for climate change.

He pointed to India’s progress in renewable energy and solar capacity.

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He said India has met its Paris Agreement commitments ahead of schedule.

He also launched the NGT Mobile App at the event.

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What coverage agrees on

Reporting broadly agrees that Modi used the conference to argue India’s emissions are below the global average and to contrast India with developed countries. The coverage also agrees he tied the remarks to renewable energy progress and the NGT Mobile App launch.

What is changing or disputed

What remains less certain is how fully the remarks’ broader climate claims will be weighed against other evidence, including the comparison to developed nations and the claim that developing countries are wrongly blamed. New reporting could add detail on the legal and policy references he raised.

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Supportive coverage says Modi’s remarks underline that India’s emissions remain below half the global average. It highlights his argument that developed nations emit much more per person and that developing countries are unfairly blamed. These accounts also stress India’s renewable-energy progress and, in one version, its early fulfillment of Paris Agreement commitments. One report adds the launch of the NGT Mobile App at the conference.

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Neutral coverage reports that Modi said developed nations produce six times more per capita carbon emissions than India. It also notes his claim that developing countries are wrongly blamed for climate change and that clean-energy efforts face hurdles when legal cases are used to slow nuclear power. The same report says he pointed to major gains in renewable and solar capacity. This framing presents the remarks as a mix of climate comparison, policy defense, and criticism of opposition tactics.

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ddindia.co.in Supportive framing Reported

India’s per capita carbon emissions less than half the global average: PM Modi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the International Conference on The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics, asserting that India's per capita carbon emissions remain less than half the global average while developed nations emit significantly more. He detailed India's advancements in renewable energy and non-fossil fuel capacity over the past twelve years. During the event, Modi also launched the NGT Mobile App to improve access to tribunal services.

The Economic Times Supportive framing Reported

India’s per capita carbon emissions below half global average; developing nations wrongly blamed: PM Modi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated at an international conference that India's per capita carbon emissions are less than half the global average, arguing that developing nations are often unfairly blamed for emissions. He highlighted India's progress in renewable energy and noted that the country fulfilled its Paris climate agreement commitments ahead of schedule. Modi also cautioned that expanding nuclear energy generation could face legal challenges from environmental groups.

The Assam Tribune Supportive framing Reported

India’s per capita emissions below half global average: PM Modi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated an international conference organized by the National Green Tribunal, stating that India's per capita carbon emissions are less than half the global average. He emphasized that developing nations are wrongly burdened with emission responsibilities while developed countries emit six times more. Modi also highlighted India's cultural heritage regarding environmental protection and launched the NGT Mobile App.

The New Indian Express Supportive framing Reported

PM Modi highlights India’s speedy, sustainable development, renewable energy and youth-led growth

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated at an international environment conference that India's per capita carbon emissions are less than half of the global average, arguing that developing nations are unfairly blamed for climate change. He highlighted the country's progress in renewable energy, solar capacity growth, and clean mobility initiatives like electric vehicles and hydrogen trains. Modi also criticized opposition figures for allegedly approaching courts to halt government nuclear energy initiatives.

dailypioneer.com Supportive framing Reported

India's per capita carbon emissions less than half global average, says PM Modi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed an international conference on the environment and climate, asserting that developing countries are wrongly blamed for carbon emissions. He highlighted that India's per capita carbon emissions remain less than half of the global average while developed nations have six times higher emissions. Modi also claimed that individuals who lecture on the environment frequently attempt to stall nuclear energy projects through the courts.

republicworld.com Supportive framing Reported

India Is Providing Solutions to Modern Climate Challenges: PM Modi at NGT Conference

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at an international conference organized by the National Green Tribunal in New Delhi, where he launched the NGT Mobile App. He asserted that India's per capita carbon emissions are less than half of the global average and that developed countries produce emissions six times higher. Modi emphasized India's commitment to renewable energy, stating that India is the only G20 nation to fulfill its Paris Agreement commitments ahead of schedule.

Livemint Neutral framing Reported

PM Modi flags climate inequality, says developed nations' carbon emissions 6 times more | Top quotes

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed an international environment conference, highlighting that developed nations produce six times more per capita carbon emissions than India. He stated that developing countries are wrongly blamed for climate change while India has made major strides in renewable energy and solar capacity. Modi further noted that clean energy initiatives face hurdles when critics resort to court cases to halt nuclear energy development.

myind.net Neutral framing Reported

India’s per capita carbon emissions less than half global average, developing countries wrongly blamed PM Modi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated at an environmental conference that India's per capita carbon emissions are less than half the global average and argued that developing nations are frequently blamed unfairly for emissions. He reported that India has fulfilled its Paris climate agreement commitments ahead of schedule and highlighted progress in renewable energy. Modi also criticized environmental groups, claiming they may use legal challenges to obstruct nuclear energy expansion.

Republic World Neutral framing Reported

India Is Providing Solutions to Modern Climate Challenges: PM Modi at NGT Conference

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at the National Green Tribunal conference in New Delhi, asserting that India has historically guided the world on environmental matters and continues to provide solutions to modern climate challenges. He reiterated that developing nations are unfairly blamed for carbon emissions and emphasized that India's per capita emissions remain well below the global average. Modi also highlighted the country's achievements in fulfilling its Paris climate commitments ahead of schedule.