Hyundai Motor India is set to establish a dedicated Hydrogen Innovation Centre at IIT Madras in Chennai with an investment of Rs 1.8 billion. Chief Minister M K Stalin laid the foundation stone for the facility during the Tamil Nadu Investment Conclave. The partnership between Hyundai Motor India Ltd., Guidance Tamil Nadu, and IIT Madras aims to accelerate the development and adoption of hydrogen technology in the country. The Hydrogen Innovation Centre will focus on research in hydrogen mobility and create breakthrough innovations. It will also play a role in promoting sustainability and advancing the use of alternate fuels. The facility will feature electrolyser development for green hydrogen generation, local manufacturing, and a fuel cell test station among other technologies. This initiative aligns with Hyundai Motor India's goal of strengthening Tamil Nadu as a hub of automotive innovation. The Centre is expected to drive advancements in hydrogen technology and provide a platform for startups and researchers to collaborate and innovate.