Gujarat invites industries with green hydrogen policy, renewable energy ecosystem
New Delhi, July 23
Addressing potential investors, Gujarat Minister of Energy and Petrochemicals Rushikesh Patel outlined the state's comprehensive regulatory environment designed to support manufacturing and processing facilities.
"So today, for all the industrialists in India who want to do something, we have a message for them. Come to Gujarat. We have an industrial policy, a green hydrogen policy and all the policies, including the RE policy; you can move forward together," Patel said.
Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the 2nd Bharat Green Hydrogen Summit 2026 held at FICCI Federation House, Patel highlighted that Gujarat's geographical features offer distinct operational capabilities for the green hydrogen supply chain.
"Geographically, the conditions are also very good in Gujarat. There is a coastline, there is a lot of sunlight there. Along the coastline, there are a lot of facilities there to make use of this green hydrogen," Patel added. "Earlier, Gujarat used to talk about green energy, but now, along with green energy, even green hydrogen, the futuristic fuels that we have, to bring about a big change in them, India has decided to move forward with the world. Prime Minister Modi has done it."
The minister noted that significant transformations occurred across energy-dependent sectors to accommodate new fuel alternatives.
"In every sector, where energy is involved, a lot of changes have been made. It is not just about renewable energy, but along with RE, hydrogen should also become a fuel," Patel said. "And along with that, all the industries that are associated with hydrogen- how to make maximum use of green hydrogen- we are trying for that. And there is a lot of potential in Gujarat."
Patel also pointed to recent domestic progress in manufacturing critical infrastructure components required for green hydrogen production.
"Electrolyzer component is very important for green hydrogen. We are fortunate that L&T has made a 4 megawatt electrolyser for this in Hazira. Together with a common processor, we can make it workable," Patel said.
"Such manufacturing of electrolysers has started in India. So this path of green hydrogen, this electrolyser will prove to be a very big game-changer," he stated.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Impressive to see L&T making electrolysers locally in Hazira. This 'Make in India' push for green tech is exactly what we need. Hope Gujarat ensures proper environmental safeguards along the coastline.
Gujarat has always been ahead in industrial policy. But we must remember - green hydrogen is still expensive and requires massive water resources. Hope the state plans for desalination or sustainable water use. ⚠️
Finally someone talking about futuristic fuels! Our dependence on oil imports is killing the economy. Green hydrogen could be a lifeline. Just hope smaller states get similar support from Centre. 🇮🇳
Interesting initiative. Gujarat's geography is perfect for this - long coastline for offshore wind and solar potential. The electrolyser manufacturing milestone is significant. Will watch how this scales up.
A much-needed push! But I hope the benefits reach local communities too. Green hydrogen projects shouldn't just benefit big corporates. Need skill development for our youth in these new technologies.
This is exactly the kind of policy clarity foreign investors are looking for. With the right infrastructure, Gujarat could become a global hub for green hydrogen exports. Smart move by the Modi government.
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