The World Bank has approved an additional $1.5 billion loan to support India's Green Hydrogen Mission, bringing the total assistance to $3 billion. This initiative is aligned with the National Green Hydrogen Mission and aims to strengthen India's domestic green hydrogen market while driving reforms to attract private investment. Auguste Tano Kouame, the World Bank's Country Director for India, commended India's swift progress, noting significant achievements and the issuance of tenders amounting to $70 billion. The programmatic development policy cooperation will facilitate reforms to enhance green hydrogen production, with a focus on critical technologies like electrolyzers. Additionally, the program supports reforms to promote renewable energy and offers incentives for battery energy storage solutions. The goal is to achieve an annual production of 450,000 metric tonnes of green hydrogen and 1,500 MW of electrolyzers by FY 2025-26, with a strong emphasis on private sector involvement. Kouame highlighted reduced risks due to government measures and stressed the need for swift regulatory frameworks to attract more private players. The initiative aims to create 600,000 jobs, particularly for women, through sustainable practices and economic growth, positioning India as a global leader in green hydrogen production.