The Indian government has approved three pilot projects under the National Green Hydrogen Mission to integrate hydrogen into steel production. These projects, sanctioned by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), aim to explore and demonstrate the feasibility of using green hydrogen in steelmaking processes. The initiatives focus on producing Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) using hydrogen, reducing coal and coke usage in blast furnaces through hydrogen integration, and injecting hydrogen into DRI production units. Companies like matrix Gas and Renewables Ltd, Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL), and international partners like Metsol AB, Sweden, are involved in establishing pilot plants for this purpose. With a total financial support of Rs. 347 crore allocated by the government, these projects are set to be operational within the next three years. The larger goal of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched in 2023, is to drive India's clean energy transition, reduce carbon emissions, decrease reliance on fossil fuels, and position the country as a key player in green hydrogen technology and market development. The mission not only aims for self-reliance in energy production but also seeks to inspire global clean energy initiatives and promote sustainable practices in the steel sector.