Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced at the Republic Plenary Summit 2025 that India is making significant strides in innovation and technology. The country is set to roll out its first Made-in-India semiconductor chip in 2025, marking a milestone in the semiconductor program that started in 2022. Additionally, India will unveil its first hydrogen-powered train in May, with plans to export sophisticated rail engines, emphasizing sustainability. Minister Vaishnaw outlined a vision to transform Indian railways over the next five years, with a focus on safety enhancements that have already reduced accidents significantly. The upcoming years will see the movement of Vande Bharat trains and the introduction of green initiatives like hydrogen trains, aiming to make India's railway network the greenest in the world. Furthermore, the government plans to launch new high-speed cum bullet train projects, building on the success of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project. India aims to become a major railway equipment manufacturer and exporter, similar to its achievements in electronics, technology, and defense equipment. The announcements made by Minister Vaishnaw reflect the government's commitment to modernizing Indian railways through the integration of cutting-edge technology and infrastructure developments. The Republic Plenary Summit, sponsored by various partners, highlights India's journey towards innovation and sustainable transportation.