Hyundai Motor India Limited, in collaboration with IIT Madras and Guidance Tamil Nadu, has unveiled plans for a hydrogen innovation centre at the Tamil Nadu Investors Conclave 2024 in Chennai. This strategic partnership, supported by the State Government of Tamil Nadu, aims to accelerate the development and adoption of hydrogen technology in Tamil Nadu and across the country. The virtual groundbreaking ceremony for the project was graced by Thiru M. K. Stalin, the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, and other senior government officials. The hydrogen innovation centre, situated at the IIT Madras Thaiyur campus in Chennai, will cover 65,000 sq. ft. and focus on key aspects like electrolyzer development, fuel cell fabrication, digital twin technology, and hydrogen refueling stations. The initiative, projected to be operational by 2026, is expected to significantly contribute to the growth of the hydrogen ecosystem in India. The collaboration aims to strengthen Tamil Nadu's position as an automotive innovation hub and drive advancements in alternate fuels. Hyundai Motor India Limited will be investing INR 100 Crores towards the construction of the facility, emphasizing the company's commitment to sustainable practices and eco-friendly propulsion solutions. The establishment of the hydrogen innovation centre is seen as a crucial step towards reducing Tamil Nadu's carbon footprint and fostering a skilled workforce for the emerging hydrogen economy. Professor V. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, highlighted the center's role in creating breakthrough innovations and providing a platform for start-ups and researchers in the field of hydrogen mobility. The state-of-the-art facilities planned for the centre include an electrolyzer test rig, fuel cell fabrication line, digital twin technology, and hydrogen refueling stations, all aimed at driving advancements in hydrogen technology and mobility research.