New Delhi: India’s power and renewable energy minister R K Singh today said the government is aiming at meeting the complete power demand of Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep islands through renewable energy sources.

“Our focus is on renewable energy. We are aiming for 100 per cent renewable energy in Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep and India is ready to share expertise among other small island nations," Singh said. 

He was addressing delegates from multiple countries including Mauritius, Fiji, Suriname, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago and South Africa here under the Know India Programme. 

The programme is managed by the ministry of external affairs for engagement with Indian origin youth to enhance their awareness about India’s art and culture. 

As part of the interactions, the power and renewable energy ministries informed the delegates India has committed to increasing share of non-fossil fuel based electric power generation up to 40 per cent by 2030.