India's First Hydrogen Train

manufactured, soon to be operational

India is set to roll out its first hydrogen-powered train, a pioneering step in sustainable rail transport. The debut service will run between Jind and Sonepat in Haryana, capable of carrying up to 2,600 passengers, making it the most powerful and longest hydrogen train in the world. The project is part of Indian Railways' 'Hydrogen for Heritage' initiative, under which 35 hydrogen trains are planned for heritage and hill routes. Each train costs about Rs 80 crore, with an additional Rs 70 crore for route-specific ground infrastructure. The train uses hydrogen produced from renewable energy to power fuel cells on board, emitting only water vapor, thus promising zero carbon emissions and reduced dependency on fossil fuels.