Torrent Power: Gorakhpur Hydrogen Plant Marks New Phase
By Special Correspondent
Newscript, August 18, 2025
Torrent Power, traditionally known for distribution and generation in Gujarat, has made a significant leap into green hydrogen. The company recently inaugurated a green hydrogen plant in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh—one of the first industrial-scale private sector facilities of its kind in India.
The plant, designed to supply hydrogen for industrial use and mobility, signals Torrent’s recognition that utilities cannot rely solely on fossil-heavy grids. By investing in green hydrogen early, Torrent aims to capture emerging demand in steel, fertilisers, and transport. “Hydrogen is no longer a distant bet; it’s a strategic hedge,” noted an industry consultant.
Torrent’s entry into hydrogen differentiates it from peers like Tata Pow...