The Indian government has initiated five pilot projects under the National Green Hydrogen Mission to deploy 37 hydrogen-fuelled buses and trucks across 10 routes. These projects aim to assess the feasibility and viability of hydrogen as a fuel for transportation. The vehicles will include both fuel cell-based and internal combustion engine-based models running on different routes in the country, with the support of major companies like TATA Motors and Reliance Industries. A total financial support of around INR 208 crore has been allocated for these projects, which are expected to be commissioned within the next 18-24 months. The objective is to demonstrate the safe operation and effectiveness of hydrogen-based vehicles and refuelling stations, paving the way for their wider adoption in India's transport sector. The National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched in 2023 with a substantial budget, aims to promote the use of green hydrogen as a clean energy source and reduce the country's dependence on fossil fuel imports. It also envisions India taking a lead in green hydrogen technology and contributing to global clean energy transition.