Ministry of Ports sets up Green Hydrogen Hub at Deendayal Port, Kandla.

Environment | Dated: 28 Nov 2025

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has laid the foundation stone for a Green Hydrogen Hub at the Deendayal Port Authority in Kandla, Gujarat. This initiative aligns with the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The aim is to develop the port as a major center for the production, storage, and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives like green ammonia.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The project aims to make India a global leader in green shipping by providing refueling facilities for green hydrogen-powered vessels.
  • Kandla port has allotted land for the development of electrolyzer manufacturing and renewable energy parks to support the hub.
  • The government targets to handle 5 million metric tonnes per annum (MMTPA) of green hydrogen at major ports by 2030.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Hub Location: Deendayal Port, Kandla.
  • Purpose: Green Hydrogen Production/Export.
  • State: Gujarat.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

At which port is the Ministry of Ports setting up a Green Hydrogen Hub?

Correct Answer: Deendayal Port (Kandla)

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Ministry of Ports

  • Minister – Sarbananda Sonowal
  • Mission – National Green Hydrogen Mission