<span style="color: #222222;">Union Minister of Shipping, Ports and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal has said that India as a responsible global country is firmly committed to sustainable and clean energy in the maritime sector. Inaugurating a workshop on Green Shipping in Kochi, the Minister observed that the Marine industry is rapidly moving towards green and sustainable fuels. He said that the country's ports will have to be geared up for the transition towards green energy. </span><br />'' <br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">This will mean the ports will have to store, dispense and offer various clean fuel solutions to vessels calling on her ports.<br />'' <br />'' Mr Sonowal said, the National Hydrogen Mission announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi will have a significant maritime component.<br />'' <br />'' The Minister said that the Ministry has approved a proposal by the Cochin Shipyard for part funding to build an indigenous hydrogen fuel cell vessel for 100 passengers. He noted that this will revolutionize India's shipping landscape and ensure that the country is among the front runners towards a greener world.<br />'' <br />''<br />''He said, India will emerge as a global destination for cost-effective solutions and innovative breakout technologies.</span>