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Hydrogen Future Arrives: Minister Drives Toyota Mirai to Parliament

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi made a statement by driving a hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai to Parliament. He announced a new partnership under the National Green Hydrogen Mission to advance this clean technology. Fellow minister Nitin Gadkari stressed the urgent need to reduce India's costly energy imports by developing domestic alternatives. This event highlights a significant push towards a pollution-free and self-reliant energy future for India.

Key Points: Pralhad Joshi Drives Hydrogen Car to Parliament Under Green Mission

  • Joshi drove a Toyota Mirai to Parliament to promote green hydrogen technology
  • An MoU was signed between Toyota Kirloskar and the National Institute of Solar Energy
  • The vehicle is zero-emission, noise-free, and its name 'Mirai' means 'Future'
  • Nitin Gadkari highlighted the massive cost of energy imports, advocating for domestic alternatives
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Union Minister Pralhad Joshi arrives at Parliament in Hydrogen-powered car

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi arrives at Parliament in a Toyota Mirai, a hydrogen-powered vehicle emitting only water vapor, showcasing India's green energy push.

"This car is powered by Hydrogen and only emits water vapour... - Pralhad Joshi"

New Delhi, December 11

In an eye-catching moment, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Thursday reached the Parliament driving a car, powered by Hydrogen.

Speaking to the media, he said that an MoU has been signed between Toyota Kirloskar and the National Institute of Solar Energy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's National Green Hydrogen Mission.

"This car is a hydrogen car. Under the leadership of PM Modi, the National Green Hydrogen Mission was launched in India... An MoU has been signed today between Toyota Kirloskar and our National Institute of Solar Energy," he said.

Furthermore, speaking on the hydrogen-powered vehicle, which only emits water vapour, he mentioned that its name 'Mirai' means 'Future'.

"This car, Mirai, has been developed by Toyota. The word Mirai means 'Future'... This vehicle is a zero-emission vehicle and is noise-free. This car is powered by Hydrogen and only emits water vapour..." he added.

Meanwhile, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted that Rs. 22 lakh crore is spent on the import of energy. He recalled when permission was given to form ethanol from maize, which resulted in a spike in demand for maize and economically benefited the farmers.

"In India, 87% of our energy is imported, and its cost is Rs. 22 lakh crore... and these Rs. 22 lakh crore rupees are going out of the country... Shouldn't we save this money? When we started producing ethanol with the permission for it to be made from maize, the market price of maize was Rs. 1200 per quintal, and the Minimum Support Price (MSP) was Rs. 1800 per quintal..." he said.

"As soon as the talk of ethanol came up, the price rose to Rs. 2600-2800 per quintal... As a result, maize cultivation tripled in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, and the maize farmers earned more money..." he added.

Furthermore, Gadkari applauded the hydrogen-powered car, saying that it doesn't cause air pollution. It is a fine example of an import substitute, which is cost-effective, pollution-free, and indigenous.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good initiative, but I hope this isn't just a symbolic gesture. We need widespread infrastructure for hydrogen refueling stations across the country. What's the plan for making this technology affordable for the common man?
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Rohit P
The point about ethanol and maize farmers is very important. Green energy should also boost our agriculture sector. If hydrogen can create similar rural employment, it will be a double win for India. 👍
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Sarah B
'Mirai' means 'Future' – what a fitting name! Zero emissions and only water vapour? This is the kind of innovation we need to tackle Delhi's smog and pollution problems. Hope to see these cars on roads soon.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, while the car is impressive, I'm more concerned about the cost. A Toyota Mirai is very expensive. We need a 'Make in India' version that is budget-friendly for middle-class families. Let's focus on indigenous R&D.
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Kavya N
The collaboration with Toyota Kirloskar is key. We have the technical capability. If the government provides the right policy support and subsidies, India can become a hub for green hydrogen technology. Jai Hind!

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