In a significant leap towards sustainable transportation, Tata Motors has commenced trials for India's first hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks. This groundbreaking initiative marks a key milestone in India's journey towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. The launch event, officiated by Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari and Pralhad Joshi, highlighted the importance of hydrogen in transforming the transportation sector and reducing emissions. The trial, supported by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, will test 16 advanced hydrogen-powered trucks equipped with Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engines and Fuel Cell technologies. These trucks will undergo testing on major freight routes like Mumbai, Pune, Delhi-NCR, Surat, Vadodara, Jamshedpur, and Kalinganagar over the next 24 months. Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, praised hydrogen as the fuel of the future with vast potential to drive sustainable mobility in heavy-duty trucking. Pralhad Joshi, the Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, emphasized the role of green hydrogen in India's transition to a zero-carbon future. Both ministers commended Tata Motors for spearheading this effort towards green and smart transportation. The hydrogen-powered trucks, including Tata Prima H.55S prime movers, offer an operational range of 300-500 kilometers and incorporate advanced safety features to ensure driver comfort and productivity. This initiative not only showcases Tata Motors' commitment to innovation and sustainability but also aligns with India's energy independence goals and global climate targets. The trials aim to assess the practicality and efficiency of hydrogen vehicles in long-distance freight transport, marking a significant step towards a greener and more efficient transportation ecosystem.