India's Ambitious Green Hydrogen Mission: A Step Towards Sustainable Growth
Key Ideas
- India aims to produce 5 million tons of green hydrogen annually by 2030 as part of the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
- Two green hydrogen hubs, one in Visakhapatnam, will be established to drive the country's green energy initiatives.
- Several projects worth over Rs 2 lakh crore were launched, including a green hydrogen hub, industrial hub, and bulk drug park, expected to create thousands of job opportunities.
- The visit marked a significant step towards Andhra Pradesh's goal to become a USD 2.5 trillion economy by 2047, emphasizing cooperation between the state and the Center.
During his visit to Visakhapatnam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced India's commitment to producing 5 million tons of green hydrogen annually by 2030 under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. Modi laid the foundation for two green hydrogen hubs, one of which will be located in Visakhapatnam, emphasizing the country's shift towards renewable energy. Additionally, projects worth over Rs 2 lakh crore were launched, including a green hydrogen hub in Anakapalli, an industrial hub in Krishnapatnam, and a bulk drug park in Nakkapalli. These initiatives are expected to not only boost the green energy ecosystem but also generate employment for thousands of people. Modi highlighted Andhra Pradesh's potential for growth, aiming to transform the state into a USD 2.5 trillion economy by 2047. The event witnessed the presence of AP Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, showcasing a unified approach towards achieving economic development. The visit marked a significant milestone in India's journey towards sustainable growth and emphasized the importance of collaboration between the central government and states in driving renewable energy and economic development.
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Economic Development
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Sustainable Growth
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