India has proposed new climate targets to the United Nations, aiming to cut emissions intensity by 47% by 2035 and raise non-fossil power capacity to 60%, strengthening its long-term climate commitments.

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• India proposes reducing emissions intensity of GDP by 47% by 2035 from 2005 levels, expanding beyond earlier 45% reduction target set for 2030 under climate commitments
• New target includes increasing non-fossil fuel-based power capacity share to 60% by 2035, up from existing 50% goal for 2030 under updated national commitments
• Proposal submitted as part of updated climate commitments to United Nations framework, aligning with long-term net zero target of 2070 announced by India
• Current progress shows India already achieved about 50% non-fossil installed power capacity ahead of 2030 deadline, indicating accelerated clean energy transition
• Targets aim to balance economic growth with climate action, focusing on reducing emissions per unit of GDP rather than absolute emissions reduction
• Expansion of renewable energy including solar, wind, hydro and nuclear expected to drive non-fossil capacity growth in coming decade
• Experts note new targets provide interim milestone for 2035, addressing earlier gap between 2030 goals and long-term net zero roadmap