India has embarked on the National Green Hydrogen Mission by initiating five pilot projects aimed at utilizing hydrogen in buses and trucks. These projects, under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, involve deploying a total of 37 vehicles and establishing 9 hydrogen refueling stations across the country. The vehicles will include both hydrogen fuel-cell-based and hydrogen internal combustion engine-based vehicles, running on 10 different routes. Major companies like TATA Motors, Reliance Industries, and NTPC have been awarded these projects, with a significant financial support of around Rs. 208 Crore from the government. The objective is to develop commercially viable technologies for hydrogen use in the transport sector and create supporting infrastructure. The pilot projects are expected to be operational within the next 18-24 months, setting the stage for broader adoption of hydrogen technologies in India. The National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched in January 2023, aims to drive India towards self-reliance in clean energy with an investment of Rs 19,744 crores up to 2029-30, positioning the country as a leader in the global clean energy transition.