As global energy supplies remain uncertain, India is fast-tracking a cleaner and more secure gas strategy.
Pralhad Joshi said the government is working to expand the PNG (piped natural gas) network. Meanwhile, they are blending green hydrogen to reduce import dependence.
The plan was discussed in a meeting with Manohar Lal Khattar and Hardeep Singh Puri. This happened amid supply concerns linked to the West Asia crisis.
India has already tested this approach—NTPC Limited blended green hydrogen with PNG in Surat’s Kawas township using solar-powered electrolysis.
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board has initially allowed up to 5% hydrogen blending. There are plans to scale it up to 20% in phases.
Blending green hydrogen helps cut CO₂ emissions without affecting the energy output of natural gas.
Under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (with an outlay of Rs 19,744 crore), India aims to produce 5 MMT of green hydrogen annually by 2030.
The SIGHT programme is supporting this push. Additionally, Solar Energy Corporation of India is conducting bids that have yielded competitive green ammonia prices of Rs 49.75-64.74 per kg.
Overall, the strategy is focused on reducing imports, boosting clean energy adoption, and building a strong domestic hydrogen ecosystem.
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