The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has undertaken a series of initiatives aligned with international standards to reduce carbon emissions and promote the greening of port operations across the country.
In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal outlined key measures including the launch of the Harit Sagar Green Port Guidelines and the implementation of the Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP), which aims to replace conventional diesel-powered tugs with electric and hybrid alternatives.
The Ministry is also advancing the adoption of renewable energy at ports, electrification of equipment, vehicles, and railway tracks, as well as the deployment of zero-emission trucks and installation of Onshore Power Supply (OPS) systems to reduce emissions from docked vessels.
Additionally, Kamarajar Port Limited has introduced incentive mechanisms to encourage vessels to utilise shore power facilities, further supporting emission reduction efforts.
To strengthen the country’s green energy ecosystem, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has identified three major ports—Deendayal Port Authority in Gujarat, Paradip Port Authority in Odisha, and V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority in Tamil Nadu—as Green Hydrogen Hubs to support the development of the green hydrogen ecosystem in India.
These initiatives underscore the government’s commitment to decarbonising maritime infrastructure while advancing sustainable and energy-efficient port operations nationwide.
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