IndianOil Introduces Green Hydrogen Bus for Indian Army in Delhi-NCR

News-Desk CodewithIndia: Indian Army By , 27-May-2024

IndianOil has taken a big step towards eco-friendly transportation by giving the Indian Army a new green hydrogen fuel cell bus. This was celebrated with the signing of an important agreement between IndianOil and the Indian Army to promote hydrogen and fuel cell technology for heavy-duty electric vehicles.

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Key Event Highlights:

• Ceremony Location: National War Memorial, India Gate, New Delhi
• Key Attendees:
• General Manoj Pande, Chief of Army Staff
• Mr. S M Vaidya, Chairman, IndianOil
• Senior officials from IndianOil and the Indian Army

Statements from Leaders:

• General Manoj Pande expressed pride in the longstanding partnership with IndianOil, emphasizing the Army’s commitment to innovative and sustainable technologies.
• Mr. S M Vaidya highlighted the importance of this collaboration for a greener future and noted the ongoing operation of 15 hydrogen buses in the Delhi-NCR region, each having traveled 20,000 kilometers.

Goals of the Initiative:

• Promote Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology:
• Test the performance of fuel cell electric buses in Delhi-NCR’s climate.
• Analyze the impact of local fuel and air quality on these buses.
• Evaluate the effectiveness, longevity, and reliability of fuel cell buses for public use.

This project sets a significant example for future partnerships to advance green hydrogen and fuel cell technologies in India, pushing towards a sustainable transportation future.

Contact:
Shyam Bohra, Executive Director (Corporate Communications & Coordination), Corporate Office, IndianOil