Bihar cabinet approves ₹16,000 crore green hydrogen policy to create 12,000 jobs
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State-led green energy initiatives: a GS3 case study on decarbonization and industrial growth.
Why in news
The Bihar cabinet approved the 'Bihar Green Hydrogen Policy, 2026' to facilitate a ₹16,000 crore investment aimed at producing 1,00,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2031.
Background
The Bihar cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, approved the policy on September 30, 2026. The Bihar Renewable Energy Development Agency (BREDA) will manage the ₹16,000 crore investment and the creation of 12,000 jobs.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTarget: 1,00,000 tonnes of green hydrogen production annually by 2031
- FactInvestment: ₹16,000 crore allocated under the Bihar Green Hydrogen Policy, 2026
- FactEmployment: Policy aims to create 12,000 jobs
- FactATF VAT: Reduced to zero percent by the Bihar cabinet
Prelims practice question
Which agency is responsible for managing the investment and job creation under the Bihar Green Hydrogen Policy?
- (a)National Thermal Power Corporation
- (b)Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
- (c)Bihar Renewable Energy Development Agency (BREDA)
- (d)Solar Energy Corporation of India
Show answer
Answer: (c) Bihar Renewable Energy Development Agency (BREDA) — The Bihar Renewable Energy Development Agency (BREDA) will manage the ₹16,000 crore investment and the creation of 12,000 jobs.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of state-led green hydrogen policies in achieving India's net-zero targets and fostering regional industrial growth.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Decarbonization pathway: Transitioning heavy industries to green hydrogen to reduce carbon intensity
- State-led industrialization: Leveraging state-specific policies to attract private investment and create local employment
- Infrastructure bottleneck: Requirement for dedicated storage and transport networks for hydrogen
Keywords: Green Hydrogen · Decarbonization · Renewable Energy · State Policy · Net-Zero
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