Himachal Pradesh has gotten into the race to become India’s first green state and become sustainability equipped.
Mr. Hartwig Schafer, the World Bank Vice President for South Asia, visited Himachal Pradesh for the meeting with CM Mr. Jai Ram Thakur to discuss the progress Himachal Pradesh has been making towards a greener and more sustainable growth path, and its vision for the future.
Mr. Hartwig Schafer congratulated the Chief Minister for the government’s continual progress in achieving renewable energy goals, agriculture, forest management, water, sanitation, etc.
“The World Bank fully supports Chief Minister Thakur’s vision of making Himachal Pradesh the first ‘green’ state of India and ensuring that 100 percent of the state’s energy needs are met through renewable and green energy by 2034”
Hartwig Schafer
The World Bank has committed over $1.5 billion to support the state in watershed development, green hydropower, infrastructure, and agriculture since 2005.
Other engagements in the state include improving water supply, horticulture development, and sewage services in Shimla. The World Bank has an active portfolio of 5 projects with total commitments of $473 million.
