"India can be low cost supplier of Green Fuels to entire world”: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) director at Kandla Forum 2026
MNRE Director Dr Prasad Chaphekar says India is poised to become a global low-cost supplier of green fuels at the Kandla Forum 2026.
India is positioning itself to become a dominant global player in the renewable energy market, with the potential to serve as a low-cost supplier of green fuels to the entire world, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
India can be low cost supplier of Green Fuels to the world
Speaking at the Kandla Forum 2026 in Gandhidham, Gujarat, MNRE Director Dr Prasad Chaphekar highlighted that the ongoing interactions at the forum are crucial in demonstrating India's immense potential. The forum, themed “Anchoring Maritime Decarbonisation,” has brought together a massive assembly of global and domestic stakeholders to discuss the future of clean energy.
A Strategic Hub for Green Hydrogen
Dr Chaphekar noted that the sessions provided a vital platform for exchanging views on green hydrogen and green fuels. The discussions included detailed presentations on the Port of Kandla and the various missions launched by the Government of India to bolster the renewable sector.
“There has been a very good response to the proceedings here, and such interactions will go a long way toward convincing the potential of India in being the low-cost supplier of green fuels to the entire world,” Dr Chaphekar stated. He emphasized that the dialogue focused on the specific initiatives of the Port of Kandla, upcoming government missions, and the strategic expectations of various stakeholders.
Global Leaders Eye India's Energy Potential
The significance of India's move was echoed by Ivana Jemelkova, CEO of the Hydrogen Council. Representing the world's largest organization of hydrogen-focused chief executives, Jemelkova expressed delight in participating in the Kandla Forum.
“It is encouraging to see India recognising the strategic opportunity linked to hydrogen and its potential to contribute to energy security, sustainability and economic growth goals,” Jemelkova said. She noted that the Hydrogen Council brings together approximately 70 major companies from America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia to solve global energy challenges.
Kandla: The Emerging Maritime Decarbonisation Hub
The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, is playing a central role in this transition. As part of India's commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2070, the DPA is actively building a green hydrogen and clean-fuel ecosystem. The goal is to transform Kandla into a premier hub for sustainable shipping and maritime decarbonisation.
The Kandla Forum 2026 served as a high-level bridge between global industry leaders and port leadership. The event focused on several key pillars:
- Accelerating Investments: Connecting financial institutions with green energy projects.
- Technology Transfer: Facilitating knowledge sharing between global experts and Indian entities.
- Value Chain Development: Engaging companies capable of building a robust green-energy ecosystem.
The forum saw massive international participation, including a delegation of over 200 senior executives representing 62 Hydrogen Council member companies. These participants included electrolyser manufacturers, energy majors, engineering firms, mobility manufacturers, and shipping organisations, all looking to tap into India's burgeoning green energy landscape.