Himachal Pradesh's Green Hydrogen Initiative and Development Projects in Chamba
Key Ideas
  • Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu virtually inaugurated the Green Hydrogen Mobility Station pilot project in Chamba, making it the first district in Himachal Pradesh to establish such a project.
  • The project, led by the state government and constructed by NHPC, includes a solar power plant and a hydrogen dispenser unit to facilitate refueling for green hydrogen buses.
  • The introduction of green hydrogen buses aims to raise awareness about green energy in the region, generate revenue, create job opportunities, and contribute to Himachal Pradesh's goal of becoming a 'Green Energy State' by 2026.
  • In addition to the hydrogen project, the Chief Minister initiated various other development projects in Chamba, focusing on infrastructure, education, healthcare, and transportation, with a vision for comprehensive growth in the region.
The Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh virtually presided over the closing ceremony of the International Minjar Fair in Shimla, where he inaugurated and laid foundation stones for developmental projects totaling Rs 120.44 crore. During the event, he also virtually performed the foundation stone laying ceremony for the Pilot Project of the Green Hydrogen Mobility Station in Chamba, a significant green initiative in the state. The project, to be completed by August 2025, will include a 300-kilowatt solar power plant and a hydrogen dispenser unit to support green hydrogen buses in the region. This initiative aims to create awareness about green energy, generate revenue, and provide employment opportunities in Himachal Pradesh. The Chief Minister highlighted the government's goal of transforming the state into a 'Green Energy State' by 2026, focusing on harnessing green energy to meet energy demands. He also initiated various other development projects, including infrastructure buildings, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions in Chamba. The projects aim to promote economic growth, provide better facilities for the residents, and contribute to the overall development of the region. Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania and other officials expressed their commitment to the holistic development of Chamba district and acknowledged the positive impact of the government's initiatives on employment and social security in the region.
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