With six years to go, no developing country is on track to achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals by 2030
Developing countries need an additional $4 trillion annually to meet SDG targets, with $2.2 trillion required for energy transition alone
Many low-income countries spend five times more on debt servicing than on climate adaptation, hindering SDG progress
India is advancing with initiatives like the carbon-credit-trading scheme and green bonds, but substantial investment (4-8% of GDP) is still needed
India has made strides in health, clean energy, and sustainable cities, but has regressed in reducing inequalities and protecting life on land
To achieve SDGs, India must focus on social safety nets and carefully manage public finances, balancing debt and development goals