Akshay Urja Day, also known as Akshay Urja Diwas, is an annual awareness campaign that highlights the developments and benefits of renewable energy in India. Akshay Urja Diwas, or Indian Akshay Urja Day 2024, falls on Tuesday, August 20. The annual event is dedicated to promoting the importance and adoption of renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, hydro, and biomass, in the fight against climate change and to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. In this article, let’s know more about Akshay Urja Day 2024 date, history and the significance of this annual event.

Akshay Urja Day 2024 Date

Akshay Urja Day 2024 will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 20.

Akshay Urja Day History

Akshay Urja Day is celebrated on August 20 every year since 2004. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India initiated Akshay Urja Day in 2004 and it has been celebrated ever since. They chose the date August 20, the birth anniversary of late Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, to observe National Renewable Energy Day. The first function was organised at New Delhi in 2004 and 2005 followed by Nagpur in 2006, Hyderabad in 2007 and Panchkula in 2008.

Akshay Urja Day Significance

Akshay Urja Day is an important day that aims to raise awareness about the environmental benefits of renewable energy. It highlights the need to shift from traditional energy sources like coal and oil, which contribute to pollution and global warming, to cleaner, sustainable alternatives. The day encourages the public to adopt renewable energy solutions in their daily lives, such as using solar panels or energy-efficient appliances.

Reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels can help the country achieve energy self-sufficiency and hence this day aims at promoting renewable energy and highlights its benefits. On this day, schools, colleges, and universities conduct special programs, workshops, and competitions to educate students about the importance of renewable energy and the science behind it.

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