India's First Hydrogen Fuel Cell Train

operational launch

Indian Railways has developed and launched its first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell train technology, featuring a 10-coach train with a capacity of around 2,600 passengers. The train generates its own electricity using hydrogen fuel cells, eliminating the need for overhead power lines. The project includes the establishment of the largest railway hydrogen refuelling facility at Jind, Haryana, creating a complete hydrogen rail ecosystem. The trainset was developed under the leadership of Indian Railways with design approval by RDSO, integration by Medha Servo Drives, and design contribution from Integral Coach Factory (ICF). The project incorporates multiple safety layers and aims to expand hydrogen technology deployment on heritage routes, supporting India's National Green Hydrogen Mission and net-zero goals.