Hydrogen-powered train: A New Era in Train Travel is About to Begin!

 Railways’ Big Green Leap

Indian Railways is all set to introduce its first hydrogen-powered train, marking a significant step toward eco-friendly transportation. The train is expected to begin trials by the end of this year and will operate on the Jind-Sonipat route in the Delhi Division.

Key Highlights of the Hydrogen Train Project

• Launch Timeline: First Hydrogen train to run in the financial year 2024-25.
• Route for Trials: 89 km stretch between Jind and Sonipat.
• Environmental Impact: These trains will help achieve the railways’ target of becoming a net zero carbon emitter by 2030, with no pollution.

Future Plans for Hydrogen Trains

• Hydrogen for Heritage Initiative: Plans to run 35 hydrogen trains on heritage and hilly routes.
• Budget Allocation: ₹2800 crore for hydrogen trains and ₹600 crore for developing related infrastructure on select routes.
• Other Green Measures by Railways
  • Energy-efficient HOG technology and LED lighting in trains.
  • Installation of solar plants at stations and railways’ properties.
  • Project to retrofit diesel DEMU trains with hydrogen fuel cells under a ₹111.83 crore contract.

  This project signifies a major move toward sustainable transportation, reducing dependency on fossil fuels and paving the way for a cleaner future in rail travel.

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