Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate India's maiden domestically manufactured green hydrogen fuel cell vessel, marking a significant milestone in the country's push towards sustainable energy solutions. This vessel is part of a broader initiative aimed at establishing the V.O. Chidambaranar Port as India's premier Green Hydrogen Hub Port. The endeavor is supported by various projects, including a desalination plant and hydrogen production and bunkering facilities.

Under the Harit Nauka initiative, this indigenous hydrogen-powered electric vessel represents India's commitment to embracing innovative technologies in the realm of green energy. The government's National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched in January 2023 with substantial funding, underscores India's ambition to become a global leader in green hydrogen production, utilization, and exportation. By 2030, the mission aims to develop a capacity to produce 5 million metric tons of green hydrogen annually.

Recent developments include the awarding of tenders to companies for setting up production facilities for green hydrogen and electrolyzer manufacturing capacities. These strategic interventions, part of the broader initiative, signify a concerted effort to drive the transition towards green hydrogen and foster a sustainable and cost-effective alternative fuel ecosystem.