The Indian government has given the green light to three pilot projects under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, focusing on integrating hydrogen into steel production. These projects are part of a broader initiative to explore innovative technologies using green hydrogen in the steelmaking process. The primary objectives of these pilots include showcasing safe and efficient steel production methods utilizing green hydrogen, verifying the technical feasibility of these processes, and evaluating their economic viability. By implementing these projects, the government aims to advance towards low-carbon iron and steel production in the future. The selected projects will work on producing Direct Reduced Iron with 100% hydrogen, reducing coal and coke consumption in blast furnaces through hydrogen utilization, and incorporating hydrogen into vertical shaft-based DRI production units. The projects, led by prominent entities such as Matrix Gas and Renewables Ltd, Simplex Castings Ltd, and the Steel Authority of India Ltd, are set to receive a total financial backing of ₹347 crore from the government. Once completed over the next three years, the success of these initiatives could pave the way for the widespread adoption of green hydrogen technologies in the steel industry. The National Green Hydrogen Mission, initiated with a significant budget allocation, aims to propel the shift towards cleaner energy sources, lessen reliance on fossil fuels, and bolster India's journey towards self-sufficiency in clean energy generation.