DPA Kandla Signs MoU to Develop Kutch Green Hydrogen Park

By Admin

12 Jan, 2026

Deendayal port authority  (DPA) Kandla marked a significant milestone in India’s green energy journey by announcing a major sustainability-driven collaboration at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference held in Rajkot. The participation highlighted DPA Kandla’s growing role in promoting sustainable maritime growth and clean energy initiatives aligned with national priorities.

MoU for Kutch Green Hydrogen Park

During the conference, Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairman of DPA Kandla, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Green-Kutch NextGen Pvt. Ltd.. The MoU aims to promote community participation in the green hydrogen ecosystem at Kandla under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.

This strategic collaboration focuses on empowering MSMEs, generating employment opportunities for local youth, and accelerating decarbonisation efforts across the Kutch region. The initiative reflects a strong commitment to inclusive growth while advancing India’s clean energy transition.

Plug-and-Play Infrastructure for Green Hydrogen

Under the agreement, DPA Kandla will develop the proposed “Kutch Green Hydrogen Park” with plug-and-play infrastructure. This will allow industry partners to establish modular green hydrogen production and storage facilities with ease. The project aligns closely with India’s Net Zero Vision and is expected to position Kandla as a key hub for green hydrogen development along the western coast.

By integrating advanced infrastructure with policy support, the Green Hydrogen Park is set to attract investments, encourage innovation, and strengthen India’s leadership in the emerging green hydrogen economy.

Gujarat as an Emerging Shipbuilding Hub

In addition to the MoU signing, Shri Sushil Kumar Singh delivered a special address during the session titled “Gujarat as an Emerging Shipbuilding Hub.” He highlighted Gujarat’s strong maritime infrastructure, strategic coastline, and port-led development model as major advantages driving growth in shipbuilding and allied sectors.

The address emphasized Gujarat’s expanding industrial ecosystem and its crucial role in enhancing India’s global maritime competitiveness through future-ready infrastructure and sustainable development practices.

Strengthening Sustainable Maritime Growth

DPA Kandla’s active participation at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference reaffirmed its leadership in advancing green energy initiatives while strengthening India’s maritime and shipbuilding capabilities. Through projects like the Kutch Green Hydrogen Park, DPA Kandla continues to pave the way for a sustainable, resilient, and globally competitive maritime sector.