Expert urges Indian government to invest in hydrogen, thorium MSRs for Viksit Bharat 2047

Professor Ganapati Myneni, a Board Member of the International Symposium on Hydrogen in Matter (ISOHIM) and Director of the India Nuclear Energy Partnership has called on the Indian government to intensify efforts and provide policy support to enhance research and development (R&D), invest in hydrogen production infrastructure, and advance the development of thorium-based molten salt reactors (MSRs) to achieve the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.

He highlighted the need for significant investment in green hydrogen production infrastructure. This includes expanding renewable energy sources for electrolysis, developing storage and distribution networks, and fostering public-private partnerships to drive innovation and reduce costs.

Myneni also stressed the importance of government investment in R&D to advance hydrogen technologies and lower costs. He urged the implementation of favourable policies and incentives to attract investments and encourage collaboration between the public and private sectors.