Office Address : Atal Akshaya Urja Bhawan, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
Website : https://mnre.gov.in
OFFICE OF THE MINISTER
| Shri Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi | Minister | ofcofmin-mnre@gov.in | +91 11 20849102, 20849103 |
| Shri Rahul Raichur (IRS, C&IT: 2015) | Private Secretary | ofcofmin-mnre@gov.in | +91 11 20849104 |
| Shri Narayan R. Gambhir | Officer on Special Duty | ofcofmin-mnre@gov.in | +91 11 20849103 |
OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF STATE
| Shri Shripad Yesso Naik | Minister of State | mos-mnre@gov.in | +91 11 20849074, 20849075 |
| Shri Mahesh G. Jiwade (IRS, IT..2007) | Private Secretary | mahesh.g.jiwade@gov.in | +91 11 20849074, 20849075 |
OFFICERS IN THE MINISTRY OF NEW AND RENEWABLE ENERGY
| Shri Santosh Kumar Sarangi (IAS, OR..1994 ] | Secretary | secy-mnre@nic.in | +91 11 20849010 |
| Shri Mayank Tewari | Additional Secretary | as-mnre@gov.in | +91 11 20849095 |
| Shri Rajesh Kulhari (IRSEE..1996) | Joint Secretary | rkjs.mnre@gov.in | +91 11 20849052 |
| Shri Anupam Kumar, IAS (BH: 2003) | Joint Secretary | sanzai007.c@gov.in | +91 11 20849044 |
| Shri J.V.N. Subramanyam (IAS, AM..2009) | Joint Secretary | js-mnre@gov.in | +91 11 20849098 |
| Shri Padam Lal Negi (IDAS..1992) | Joint Secretary & Financial Advisor | faoffice.mnre@gov.in | +91 11 20849062 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)?
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is the nodal ministry of the Government of India responsible for promoting renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, bioenergy, small hydro power, green hydrogen, and other sustainable energy technologies.
What are the main functions of MNRE?
The Ministry is responsible for:
Formulating renewable energy policies
Promoting solar and wind energy projects
Supporting green hydrogen initiatives
Encouraging bioenergy development
Facilitating renewable energy investments
Supporting research and innovation in clean energy
Advancing India’s energy transition goals
What are the major renewable energy sources promoted by MNRE?
MNRE promotes:
Solar Energy
Wind Energy
Bioenergy
Small Hydro Power
Green Hydrogen
Waste-to-Energy Projects
Offshore Wind Energy
What is the National Green Hydrogen Mission?
The National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to make India a global hub for the production, utilization, and export of green hydrogen while reducing carbon emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.
What is PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana?
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a rooftop solar scheme that encourages households to install solar panels and receive financial assistance for generating clean electricity.
What is the PM-KUSUM Scheme?
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) promotes solar-powered irrigation pumps and decentralized solar power generation to support farmers and reduce diesel consumption.
What is the National Solar Mission?
The National Solar Mission is one of India’s flagship renewable energy initiatives aimed at expanding solar power generation and making solar energy affordable and accessible.
What is the role of solar parks in India’s renewable energy sector?
Solar parks provide large-scale infrastructure and land for developing utility-scale solar power projects, helping reduce project costs and accelerate renewable energy deployment.
What is bioenergy?
Bioenergy refers to energy produced from biomass, agricultural residues, organic waste, biogas, and other biological resources, contributing to clean and sustainable energy generation.
What is the role of the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI)?
The Solar Energy Corporation of India is a public sector enterprise under MNRE that facilitates renewable energy projects, conducts auctions, and supports solar, wind, and green hydrogen initiatives.
What is the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA)?
The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency is a government-owned financial institution that provides loans and financial assistance for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.
What is rooftop solar energy?
Rooftop solar refers to solar photovoltaic panels installed on residential, commercial, industrial, or institutional buildings to generate electricity for self-consumption and grid export.
How can citizens apply for rooftop solar subsidies?
Citizens can apply through the national rooftop solar portal and designated implementing agencies under government-approved schemes.
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