India commissioned around 8,000 tons per annum (TPA) of green hydrogen production capacity as of February 2026, marking an early step toward the country’s ambitious clean energy goals. The government aims to significantly expand production capacity and position India as a global hub for green hydrogen and clean fuel technologies in the coming decade. Although the current capacity is still modest, it represents the initial phase of India’s large-scale green hydrogen development strategy.
National Green Hydrogen Mission Targets 5 MMT by 2030
Under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, the government has set an ambitious target to produce 5 million metric tonnes (MMT) of green hydrogen annually by 2030. The mission aims to accelerate decarbonisation across sectors such as refining, fertilisers, steel, and heavy industry, while also creating new opportunities in export markets and advanced energy technologies. By promoting domestic production and infrastructure development, the government intends to strengthen India’s position in the global hydrogen economy.
Strengthening India’s Clean Energy Transition
India’s green hydrogen programme forms a key pillar of the country’s broader energy transition strategy. By investing in hydrogen production, renewable power, and supporting infrastructure, the government aims to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and cut carbon emissions. As reported by thehindubusinessline.com, while current production capacity is still in the early stages, continued policy support, declining renewable energy costs, and growing industrial demand are expected to accelerate the growth of India’s green hydrogen sector in the coming years.
