India Leads the Way with World's Most Powerful Hydrogen Train Engine
Key Ideas
  • India has built the world's largest capacity hydrogen fuel-based train engine, with a breakthrough capacity of 1,200 horsepower, surpassing other countries.
  • Indian Railways is set to introduce hydrogen-powered trains, starting with a trial run on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and noise pollution.
  • Hydrogen production for the trains will be done in Jind, Haryana, through a state-of-the-art facility expected to produce 430 kg of hydrogen per day for safe refueling.
  • The initiative is part of making Indian Railways a net-zero carbon emitter by 2030, showcasing a cost-effective and environmentally friendly approach to transportation.
India has made significant progress in the field of sustainable transportation by building the world's most powerful hydrogen train engine with a capacity of 1,200 horsepower, surpassing other countries. The Indian Railways is set to launch hydrogen-powered trains, with the first trial run scheduled on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana. These trains generate only water and heat as emissions, contributing to reduced carbon emissions and noise pollution. The project includes the 'Hydrogen for Heritage' initiative aiming to run 35 hydrogen-powered trains, supported by a considerable investment of Rs 2800 crore from the Government of India. The hydrogen production for these trains will take place in Jind, Haryana, with a cutting-edge facility capable of producing 430 kg of hydrogen per day for safe refueling. Safety standards have been ensured through a third-party audit, and the trains will operate at a maximum speed of 110 km/h with a capacity to carry 2,638 passengers. The long-term goal is to make Indian Railways a net-zero carbon emitter by 2030, showcasing the country's commitment to sustainability and innovation in the transportation sector.
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