Expecting 400-500 hydrogen-powered buses running by 2030: Hydrogen Mission Chief

The government expects at least 400 to 500 hydrogen-fuelled buses and trucks to be plying on the country’s roads by the end of 2030, said Abhay Bakre, Mission Director (Head) of the Renewable Ministry’s National Green Hydrogen Mission.

Speaking at S&P’s Clean Energy Conclave on Thursday (September 24, 2026), Mr. Bakre mentioned that by the end of the year a total of 45-50 hydrogen-powered buses and trucks applying to commence trials.

Underlining priority towards heavy-duty vehicles, the senior official mentioned 70 buses and trucks, with pay load capacities ranging from 20 ton to 55 ton, have been already sanctioned to conduct trials.