Deendayal, V.O. Chidambaranar, and Paradip Ports to develop as Strategic Hydrogen Centres
The National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched by the Government of India, aims to position the country as a global hub for the production, utilization, and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives.
Under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM), the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has formally recognized three major ports—Deendayal Port Authority (Gujarat), V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (Tamil Nadu), and Paradip Port Authority (Odisha)—as Green Hydrogen Hubs.
The recognition will act as an important milestone in integrating the hydrogen ecosystem and advancing India’s transition towards clean energy.
The National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched by the Government of India, aims to position the country as a global hub for the production, utilization, and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives.
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Under Component B2 of these guidelines, MNRE may recognize locations as Green Hydrogen Hubs without direct financial assistance, thereby facilitating access to incentives and benefits available under other central or state government schemes.
In accordance with these provisions, the competent authority has approved the recognition of Deendayal, V.O. Chidambaranar, and Paradip Port areas as Green Hydrogen Hubs. Projects established within these designated zones will be eligible for benefits available under other relevant schemes and policies of the Central and State Governments, including those linked to the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
The recognition of these ports is expected to catalyze industrial participation, attract green investments, and promote innovation in clean fuel technologies, supporting India’s broader vision of achieving energy self-reliance and net-zero emissions by 2070.
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