The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in India has announced the initiation of five pilot projects under the National Green Hydrogen Mission to incorporate hydrogen usage in buses and trucks. These projects aim to explore the feasibility of hydrogen-based vehicles and refueling stations. The approved projects consist of 37 vehicles, including hydrogen fuel cell-based and hydrogen internal combustion engine-based vehicles, along with 9 hydrogen refueling stations. The projects are distributed across 10 different routes in various cities. Major companies like TATA Motors, Reliance Industries, and NTPC are key players in these initiatives. The total financial assistance for these projects amounts to approximately Rs. 208 Crore from the Indian government. The focus of the projects is on developing commercially viable technologies for hydrogen utilization in the transport sector and establishing the necessary infrastructure like hydrogen refueling stations. The goal is to support the deployment of green hydrogen as a fuel in buses and trucks gradually. The projects will assess the operational safety, effectiveness, technical feasibility, performance, and economic viability of hydrogen-based vehicles and refueling stations under real-world conditions. This initiative aligns with India's aim to achieve self-reliance in clean energy and lead the global transition towards clean energy. The National Green Hydrogen Mission, which commenced in 2023, has a substantial budget allocation until 2029-30, aiming to drive decarbonization, reduce fossil fuel imports, and position India as a technology and market leader in green hydrogen.