Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi has announced a ₹100 crore call for proposals for pilot projects aimed at developing innovative technologies to produce green hydrogen from biomass and waste materials. The announcement was made at the inaugural session of the 3rd International Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH-2025), held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
National Green Hydrogen Mission Accelerating India’s Clean Energy Transition
The Minister stated that the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) is driving India’s clean energy transformation by creating jobs, attracting investments, and positioning India as a global hub for green hydrogen. The Mission, launched in 2023 with an outlay of ₹19,744 crore, represents a major step towards achieving long-term energy independence and decarbonisation of hard-to-abate sectors.
Shri Joshi unveiled the official logo of the NGHM, selected from over 2,500 entries nationwide. The design symbolizes India’s collective effort towards sustainable energy and the creative spirit fueling its green transformation.
Progress Under Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT)
Under the SIGHT programme, incentives have been awarded for 3,000 MW per annum of domestic electrolyser manufacturing and 8.62 lakh metric tonnes per annum of green hydrogen production. India currently records the world’s lowest green ammonia price at ₹49.75 per kg for 7.24 lakh MTPA production.
Further progress includes an investment of ₹132 crore in five pilot projects for green steel, ₹208 crore sanctioned for 37 hydrogen-fuelled vehicles and nine refuelling stations, and ₹35 crore for the country’s first hydrogen bunkering and refuelling facility at V.O. Chidambaranar Port.
₹100 Crore Call for Biomass-Based Hydrogen Pilot Projects
The new initiative will invite proposals from industries, start-ups, and research institutions to produce green hydrogen from biomass and waste. The scheme will be implemented through BIRAC (Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council) to foster innovation and demonstrate cost-effective technologies for India’s hydrogen transition.
Additionally, ₹100 crore has already been sanctioned under the Mission to support start-ups in the green hydrogen ecosystem.
Advancing Skills, Standards, and Competitiveness
India is targeting full renewable energy integration in its green hydrogen production process. To support this goal, 43 hydrogen-related skill qualifications have been approved, and over 6,300 trainees have been certified. The framework also includes the Green Hydrogen Standard (2023) and the Certification Scheme (2025) along with 128 technical standards.
The Minister emphasized that as global economies adopt carbon-border adjustments, green hydrogen has evolved from an environmental option to an economic necessity. He reiterated India’s readiness to lead clean value chains and ensure growth that remains both competitive and climate-resilient.
International Collaboration at ICGH 2025
Shri Joshi described ICGH-2025 as a global platform uniting scientists, innovators, industry leaders, and policymakers to advance sustainable energy. “As we move towards realizing the goals of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, India stands ready to collaborate with international partners to build a resilient and inclusive green hydrogen ecosystem,” he said.
India’s Global Advantage in Green Hydrogen
Prof. Ajay K. Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, said that the ICGH has become a key forum for aligning the nation’s scientific and policy efforts in clean energy. He highlighted that India holds a low-cost advantage in green hydrogen production, enabling potential exports to markets such as the European Union, Japan, and South Korea.
MNRE Secretary Highlights Clean-Energy Achievements
Shri Santosh Kumar Sarangi, Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), shared that India’s non-fossil installed capacity has crossed 250 GW, comprising about 130 GW solar, over 50 GW wind, and 17 GW from bio-energy and small hydro sources. The country is on track to achieve 500 GW of renewable capacity by 2030.
He added that the Mission is projected to mobilise investments exceeding ₹8 lakh crore, create six lakh jobs, and save ₹1 lakh crore annually in fossil-fuel imports. The Mission also includes the creation of Hydrogen Valley Innovation Clusters in Jodhpur, Pune, Bhubaneswar, and Kerala to promote regional R&D and manufacturing ecosystems.
Also present at the event were Jorgo Chatzimarkakis, CEO of Hydrogen Europe, and Shri Akash Tripathi, Managing Director, SECI.
About the NGHM Logo
The NGHM logo integrates a leaf and water drop to represent nature and purity, symbolizing the eco-friendly essence of hydrogen energy. The rising sun signifies renewable power sources such as solar energy, while the semi-circular ring denotes the orbit of hydrogen. The green field reflects growth and environmental balance, and the central hydrogen electron symbolizes scientific innovation and India’s renewable energy vision.
About the International Conference on Green Hydrogen 2025
The 3rd International Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH-2025) is organized by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) on November 11–12, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The two-day global event brings together policymakers, scientists, industry leaders, and innovators to deliberate on research, policies, and technologies shaping the green hydrogen ecosystem.
The conference features plenary and breakout sessions focusing on policy frameworks, innovation, international collaboration, and strategies to accelerate India’s transition to a green hydrogen economy.