At the World Hydrogen Summit 2025 in Rotterdam, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) outlined India’s ongoing efforts and targets under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM). NGHM was launched in 2023 with an initial allocation of $2.4 billion. Key targets include producing 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen per year by 2030, reducing annual carbon emissions by 50 million metric tonnes, attracting investments worth $100 billion, and generating more than 600,000 jobs.
Under NGHM, the government has allocated a production capacity of 862,000 tonnes per annum for green hydrogen, distributed among 19 companies. Additionally, 3,000 MW of annual electrolyser manufacturing capacity has been awarded to 15 firms. Pilot projects have commenced in key sectors such as steel, mobility, and shipping. A green hydrogen certification scheme has been introduced, and policy provisions have been adjusted to support domestic manufacturing and usage. The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has exempted green hydrogen and green ammonia plants from environmental clearance requirements. Furthermore, Kandla, Paradip, and Tuticorin ports are being developed as green hydrogen hubs by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. So far, 15 states have released policies in support of green hydrogen development.
The government is adopting a “whole of government” approach to scale up the hydrogen economy. However, high production costs, limited infrastructure, and the absence of standardised frameworks remain key barriers. The NGHM is expected to support both domestic needs and position India as a potential exporter of green hydrogen by 2030.
