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Union Power Minister Inaugurates Prakriti 2026 & Launches Indian Carbon Market Portal, Reinforces India’s Climate Commitments

Carbon markets positioned as drivers of innovation and sustainable growth

New Delhi (thestates.news) | The International Conference on Carbon Markets- Prakriti 2026, the flagship event of the Government of India, organized by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency under the patronage of the Ministry of Power and Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, commenced today in New Delhi.The conference, organised as part of Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, provides a high-level platform for national and international experts, policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and practitioners to deliberate on the evolving dynamics of carbon markets, their role in climate action, and opportunities for India’s green growth.

This year’s theme- “Unlocking Carbon Finance for NDC Implementation through Global Partnerships and Digital Pathways” reflects India’s focus on mobilizing finance, strengthening cooperation, and leveraging digital innovation to accelerate climate action. During the event, the Indian Carbon Market Portal (www.indiancarbonmarket.gov.in)- a central platform for implementing and administering the Indian Carbon Market was launched by Shri Manohar Lal the Union Minister for Power & Housing and Urban Affairs,Shri Shripad Naik Minister of State for Power, and other dignitaries. (s-pib)