Event to highlight India’s clean energy transition and future of hydrogen innovation
BENGALURU / September 18, 2025: Alliance University, Bengaluru, in association with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and under the aegis of The Combustion Institute – Indian Section (CIIS), will host a two-day National Workshop and Panel Discussion on Hydrogen Fuel Technologies and Future Trends on September 19–20, 2025.
The forum will convene academics, researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and students to discuss the role of hydrogen in India’s clean energy roadmap. Key sessions will focus on hydrogen use in internal combustion engines, gas turbines, aerospace propulsion, and energy systems, alongside deliberations on safety protocols and the role of AI/ML in hydrogen design.
Distinguished Line-Up
The inaugural session will feature:
Dr. V. Narayanan, Chairman, ISRO, as Chief Guest
Dr. (Mrs.) N. Kalaiselvi, DG, CSIR & Secretary, DSIR, as Guest of Honour
Dr. V.K. Saraswat, Chairman, CIIS & Member, NITI Aayog, delivering the keynote on “India’s Hydrogen Policy and Future Trends”
Mr. Abhay G. Chebbi, Pro Chancellor, Alliance University, delivering the welcome address
India’s Hydrogen Mission
Over 100 delegates from IIT Bombay, CSIR, NAL, and other leading institutions are expected to attend. Discussions will revolve around India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission, sector-specific adoption, and strategies to make green hydrogen cost-competitive with conventional fuels.
At a press briefing, Mr. Pradip Kumar Pandey, Secretary, CIIS, noted, “Green hydrogen currently costs nearly twice as much as grey or brown hydrogen. Globally, the aim is to reduce costs from $10 per kilogram to $1, which requires strong collaboration across research, policy, and industry.”
He added that Alliance University is piloting hydrogen-based village projects, with support from government and industry, to showcase scalable models.
Mr. Abhay G. Chebbi, Pro Chancellor, Alliance University, underscored the need for technology-driven progress, “Policy is steadily evolving, but technology remains the biggest challenge. Bridging the gap between research and real-world application is critical for India to lead the clean energy transition.”
Dr. Priestly B. Shan, Vice Chancellor, Alliance University, emphasized hydrogen’s employment potential, “The National Green Hydrogen Mission projects nearly six lakh new jobs by 2030. Hydrogen hubs integrating skill development can make employment a central part of this ecosystem.”
Towards a Sustainable Energy Future
The workshop is set to be one of India’s most comprehensive platforms on hydrogen innovation, fostering dialogue and collaboration between academia, government, and industry. By spotlighting advances in hydrogen fuel technologies and emerging trends, it aims to strengthen India’s position as a global leader in sustainable energy solutions.
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