Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy & Power, Shri Shripad Y. Naik, announced that India is on track to capture 10 percent of the global green hydrogen demand by 2030. He made this statement while addressing the High-Level Session at the 3rd International Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH 2025) held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
India’s Accelerating Energy Transition
Shri Naik emphasised that India’s energy transition is one of the boldest and fastest globally, guided by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s Panchamrit commitments announced at COP-26. The nation is steadily advancing toward its goal of 500 GW of non-fossil-fuel capacity by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2070.
India’s installed non-fossil-fuel power generation capacity has reached nearly 260 GW, primarily driven by solar and wind energy. “This strong renewable base has empowered India to take the next decisive step – the Green Hydrogen Revolution – converting renewable energy into clean molecules capable of decarbonising industries, fueling transport, and enabling global trade,” Shri Naik said.
India as a Global Hub for Green Hydrogen
The Minister noted that India’s green hydrogen market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 20–40 percent over the next decade. With vast renewable resources, strategic geography, and supportive policy frameworks, India is positioned to become both a leading producer and exporter of green hydrogen and derivatives such as green ammonia and methanol.
He highlighted India’s leadership role in the global hydrogen transition through policy innovation, standardisation, and international cooperation. Shri Naik urged industry players to accelerate project implementation, scale up electrolyser production, and strengthen research and development pipelines. He also encouraged State Governments to create hydrogen hubs and industrial clusters to stimulate regional economies.
“The Green Hydrogen transition is not only an environmental initiative but also an economic and social transformation that will drive sustainable prosperity and strengthen India’s role in the global energy ecosystem,” Shri Naik added.
National Green Hydrogen Mission: From Vision to Implementation
Launched in January 2023, the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) has now entered the implementation phase. Shri Naik informed that incentive schemes worth ₹17,000 crore are already supporting green hydrogen production and electrolyser manufacturing.
| Component | Approved Capacity | Key Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Electrolyser Manufacturing | 3,000 MW per annum | Domestic manufacturers |
| Green Hydrogen Production | 8.62 lakh metric tonnes per annum | Various industrial units |
| Green Ammonia Supply | 7.24 lakh MTPA | Fertiliser units through SECI |
| Green Hydrogen Supply | 20,000 MTPA | IOCL, BPCL, HPCL refineries |
He stated that globally competitive prices have been discovered by the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), among the lowest in the world. These prices are enabling large-scale adoption and boosting confidence among investors and industries alike.
Collaborative Approach for Clean Energy
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Dr Jitendra Singh, highlighted the “whole-of-government, whole-of-nation” approach driving India’s clean-energy ecosystem. Addressing the conference, Dr Singh praised the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy for uniting researchers, industry leaders, and innovators through ICGH 2025 to identify challenges and opportunities in India’s green hydrogen roadmap.
He explained that several earlier programmes under the Department of Science and Technology have been integrated into the Green Hydrogen Mission, promoting inter-ministerial collaboration. Dr Singh added that this unified approach enhances efficiency and accelerates technological innovation crucial for achieving clean-energy goals.
“India’s scientific initiatives across biotechnology, biofuels, hydrogen, electric mobility, and nuclear energy are progressing through strong public–private partnerships, reflecting our long-term commitment to a self-reliant hydrogen economy,” Dr Singh remarked.
Industry and Institutional Perspectives
SECI Managing Director Shri Akash Tripathi said that the mission’s outcomes are aligning India’s industrial competitiveness with global hydrogen goals. He noted that the discovery of globally competitive prices is increasing bankability, attracting long-term capital, and reinforcing investor confidence. Ongoing discussions at ICGH 2025 focus on integrating hydrogen production with industrial clusters and developing innovative financing mechanisms.
Shri Abhay Bakre, Mission Director of the National Mission for Green Hydrogen, mentioned that within three years of the Mission’s launch, India has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing ecosystems for hydrogen development. He said the ongoing deliberations aim to refine future strategies and identify priority areas.
Shri Vineet Mittal, Chairman of Avaada Group, observed that India’s transition to green hydrogen is steadily turning into a tangible reality through transparent policies, strategic projects, and innovation-driven market systems. He underlined that India’s leadership in renewable energy has been strengthened by its rich solar potential and technical expertise.
About ICGH 2025
The 3rd International Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH-2025) is being hosted by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India, on November 11–12, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The two-day global event brings together policymakers, scientists, innovators, and industry experts to discuss research advancements, policy evolution, and technology integration across the green hydrogen value chain.
The conference includes plenary and breakout sessions aimed at driving innovation and collaboration. Senior officials, international experts, and global industry leaders are deliberating on strategies to accelerate India’s clean hydrogen transition and strengthen international partnerships.