Kandla: In a major milestone for India’s clean energy ambitions, the country’s first indigenously developed 1 MW Green Hydrogen Plant has been successfully commissioned at Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, Gujarat. Built entirely under the Make-in-India initiative, the plant symbolizes a bold step forward in India’s march toward energy self-reliance and sustainable infrastructure.
The facility was developed by Larsen & Toubro (L&T) using 100% indigenous electrolyzers and engineering expertise. It marks the first phase of a planned 10 MW hydrogen production capacity, aimed at transforming the port into a hub of clean, hydrogen-based operations.
Fast-Track Development, Scalable Design
Remarkably, the 1 MW plant was constructed in just four months—foundation stone to commissioning—following its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Bhuj on May 26, 2025. The rapid execution showcases India’s growing prowess in delivering large-scale green infrastructure projects.
Once expanded to its full 10 MW capacity, the plant is expected to generate around 140 metric tonnes of green hydrogen annually, reducing dependency on fossil fuels in port operations.
Transforming Port Operations
Initially, the hydrogen produced will power 11 hydrogen-fuelled buses and smart lighting systems within the port. Future plans include converting all operational equipment—cranes, cargo handling tools, and internal transport—to green hydrogen, making Deendayal Port one of India’s first zero-emission port facilities.
Speaking at the commissioning, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said,
“This project embodies the speed, skill, and scale envisioned in Maritime India Vision 2030. It is a proud moment for AatmaNirbhar Bharat and a significant step toward India’s Net Zero goals.”
Leading by Example
This is the first megawatt-scale green hydrogen facility at any Indian port. It follows DPA’s earlier green initiative of deploying the country’s first Make-in-India all-electric tug—further establishing Kandla as a leader in sustainable port development.
The project is closely aligned with the National Green Hydrogen Mission, which aims to make India a global hub for green hydrogen production and export by 2030.
With this pioneering plant, Kandla is not just moving cargo—it’s moving India toward a cleaner, greener future.
