Rajasthan gets ‘National Energy Conservation Award’

Rajasthan gets ‘National Energy Conservation Award’

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Category : State Published on: December 15 2021

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  • On National Energy Conservation Day, Union Energy Minister RK Singh presented the National Energy Conservation Award to Rajasthan.
  • In recognition of Rajasthan's exemplary achievements for other states, it has been announced that this award will be given to Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation in the State Performance category.
  • Previously, Rajasthan was named the frontrunner state in the Central Government's energy efficiency sector.
  • The Central Government selects for this award on the basis of the parameters mentioned in the State Energy Efficiency Index.

Important Takeaways

About Rajasthan

  • Governor: Kalraj Mishra
  • Capital: Jaipur
  • The literal meaning of Rajasthan: Land of Kings
  • The Largest State in India: Rajasthan
  • Official Language of Rajasthan: Hindi
  • Desert in Rajasthan: Thar Desert
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