NTPC, in collaboration with the Indian Army, is embarking on a significant project to establish a Solar Hydrogen-based Microgrid in Chushul, Ladakh. This initiative aims to provide a stable power supply using Green Hydrogen in off-grid Army locations. The project, inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, will operate independently using hydrogen as an energy storage medium, supplying 200kW of power round-the-clock throughout the year. By replacing existing diesel gensets, this system ensures sustainable power supply in harsh winter conditions prevalent in Ladakh, with temperatures dropping to -30°C at an altitude of 4,400 meters. NTPC will maintain the project for 25 years to support Indian soldiers stationed in these challenging terrains. The Solar-Hydrogen microgrid offers various advantages, including renewable energy integration, stable power supply under adverse conditions, reduced carbon emissions, and promotion of a cleaner energy ecosystem. Leveraging Ladakh's high solar irradiance and low temperatures, the project will facilitate green energy production, improve self-sufficiency in remote areas, and reduce reliance on fuel logistics. Furthermore, NTPC has initiated a trial run of a hydrogen bus in Leh, signaling its commitment to renewable energy targets and carbon neutrality in Ladakh. Plans for a hydrogen fuelling station, solar plant, and fuel cell buses for intracity routes in Leh demonstrate NTPC’s dedication to green hydrogen technology and energy storage. The company is actively pursuing decarbonisation initiatives, including hydrogen blending and electric buses, to achieve its goal of 60GW renewable energy capacity by 2032.