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Ministers Joshi & Gadkari Drive Hydrogen Car, Champion India's Clean Energy Future

Union Ministers Pralhad Joshi and Nitin Gadkari were seen driving a hydrogen-powered car, demonstrating a commitment to clean mobility. Gadkari praised the adoption of the technology, stating hydrogen is crucial for India's energy transition. The Toyota Mirai, a green hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, is undergoing real-world evaluation in India's diverse conditions. This initiative supports India's goal of becoming energy self-reliant by 2047 through zero-emission solutions.

Key Points: Ministers Drive Hydrogen Car, Push for Clean Mobility in India

  • Ministers showcase hydrogen car
  • Push for net-zero future
  • Green Hydrogen from renewables
  • Toyota Mirai under evaluation in India
  • Aim for energy self-reliance by 2047
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Minister Pralhad Joshi leads from the front, drives Hydrogen-powered car

Union Ministers Pralhad Joshi and Nitin Gadkari test a hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai, highlighting India's push for green energy and self-reliance by 2047.

"Hydrogen will play a crucial role in India's energy transition - Nitin Gadkari"

New Delhi, January 6

Leading from the front in India's ambitious clean energy-based automobile future, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, drove a hydrogen-powered car.

In a post on X, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari shared a video of himself and Minister Joshi taking a short drive in a new hydrogen-powered car. Minister Joshi could be seen driving the vehicle, with Minister Gadkari on the front passenger seat.

"Congratulations to Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy Shri @JoshiPralhad Ji on adopting a Hydrogen Car. I had the pleasure of joining him for a short drive in this remarkable vehicle, which truly reflects the future of clean mobility. Hydrogen will play a crucial role in India's energy transition, and I encourage citizens to embrace such green innovations as we move towards a net-zero future," Nitin Gadkari posted on X.

Minister Gadkari, himself a strong advocate of clean, efficient energy, owns a hydrogen-powered car. In March 2022, he reportedly drove a hydrogen-powered car into Parliament for the first time.

Earlier that month, the Union Minister had launched the world's most advanced technology-developed Green Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV), Toyota Mirai.

India is promoting clean energy and environmental protection by reducing dependence on fossil fuels and thereby making India 'Energy Self-reliant' by 2047.

Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV), powered by Hydrogen, is one of the best zero-emission solutions. It is entirely environment friendly with no tailpipe emissions other than water. Green Hydrogen can be generated from renewable energy and abundantly available biomass. Introduction and adoption of technology to tap into the Green hydrogen's potential will play a key role in securing a clean and affordable energy future for India.

National Institute for Solar Energy (NISE) is currently undertaking a comprehensive real-world evaluation of Toyota's 'Mirai' in Indian conditions.

Under an MoU signed in December 2025, NISE and Toyota Kirloskar Motor will conduct an extensive assessment of the FCEV Mirai in India's diverse road conditions, including heat, dust, traffic congestion and varied terrain. The Minister said the testing for next 2 years, will generate critical insights to scale up hydrogen mobility nationwide while building awareness, confidence and technical capability among industry, academia and policymakers.

- ANI

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Priya S
Great initiative, but I hope this isn't just a photo-op. The real challenge is making this technology affordable for the common man. A Toyota Mirai is way out of reach for most Indians. We need policies that bring down costs and set up hydrogen stations.
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Rohit P
Hydrogen from biomass? That's the key for India! We have so much agricultural waste. If we can convert that into clean fuel, it's a win-win for farmers and the environment. Jai Kisan, Jai Vigyan!
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Sarah B
As an expat living in Delhi, the air quality is a major concern. It's heartening to see ministers actively promoting zero-emission vehicles. The two-year real-world testing is crucial. Indian roads and weather are a true test for any technology.
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Vikram M
While I appreciate the effort, we must not put all eggs in one basket. Electric vehicles are gaining traction, and we need a parallel focus on improving our electricity grid with renewables to charge them. A multi-pronged approach is best.
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Kavya N
Energy self-reliant by 2047 is a bold and necessary vision. Green hydrogen can be a game-changer, especially for long-haul transport where batteries might not be ideal. Hope the research includes safety standards—people need to trust this new tech.

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