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'''National Hydrogen Ship''' is a [[hydrogen]]-powered passenger vessel manufactured using indigenous Indian technology. It was inaugurated on December 11, 2025, by the Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, [[Sarbananda Sonowal]], during a ceremony held at the Namo Ghat in [[Varanasi]], [[Uttar Pradesh]].<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/india-embarks-on-indigenous-green-hydrogen-shipbuilding-mission/article69909917.ece | title=India embarks on indigenous green hydrogen shipbuilding mission | accessdate=4 January 2026}}</ref> The vessel will operate for passenger transport between Namo Ghat and [[Lalita Ghat]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://ddnews.gov.in/en/indias-first-indigenous-hydrogen-fuel-cell-passenger-vessel-begins-commercial-operations-in-varanasi/ |title=India's first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell passenger vessel begins commercial operations in Varanasi |website=ddnews.gov.in |access-date=2026-01-04}}</ref>

==Objectives==
The primary objectives behind the creation of this ship are to prioritize green energy usage, enhance inter-city connectivity, and provide public convenience while reducing both travel time and costs.

==Significance==

This marks the first time in the country that a hydrogen-powered ship service has been launched. This project not only showcases India's technological advancement but is also an eco-friendly green energy initiative.

===Environmental Impact===
Since it utilizes [[hydrogen fuel]] instead of [[Diesel engine|diesel]], its only emission is water vapor.

===National Vision===
As an extension of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, it aims to make India a global hub for green hydrogen production by 2030 and reduce carbon emissions in maritime transport.

===Waterway Development===
It highlights the importance of inland waterways in India's overall growth.

==Construction and Funding==

The vessel was constructed at the [[Cochin Shipyard]] under the Harit Nauka (Green Boat) initiative of the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI).<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/pm-modi-launches-hydrogen-powered-ferry-features-significance-9188830/ |title=PM Modi launches hydrogen-powered ferry: features, significance |date=2024-03-01 |website=The Indian Express |language=en |access-date=2026-01-03}}</ref> The total Cost of the project was ₹17.5 crore. The Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways provided 75% of the total cost.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2202412&reg=3&lang=1 | title=India's First Indigenous Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Vessel Begins Commercial Service in Varanasi; Sarbananda Sonowal Flags Off Maiden Run Maiden | accessdate=4 January 2026}}</ref> Operating boats and ships using hydrogen fuel is part of the Central Government's long-term plan to modernize inland waterway transport.

==Key Features of the project==
* India has become the fifth country in the world—after [[China]], [[Norway]], the [[Netherlands]], and [[Japan]]—to operate ships using hydrogen fuel.
* It is a 24-meter long [[catamaran]] type vessel.
* It operates on the [[National Waterway 1]] (NW-1) route along the Ganges River.
* A single hydrogen refueling allows the ship to operate for approximately 8 hours.
* The vessel has a seating capacity for 50 passengers.

==References==
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[[Category:Transport in India]]
[[Category:Hydrogen ships]]

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