India's First Hydrogen Train to Connect Jind and Sonipat: A Step Towards Green Transportation
Key Ideas
  • The Ministry of Railways allocated India's first hydrogen train to the Northern Railway's Delhi Division for the Jind-Sonipat route, advancing green transportation technology.
  • The hydrogen train will cover a distance of 89 km in about 1.5 hours, passing through 12 railway stations in Haryana, contributing to zero-carbon emission goals.
  • Developed by the Integral Coach Factory, the train boasts a 1,200 HP engine, making it the longest and most powerful hydrogen train globally, showcasing India's innovation in the sector.
  • Indian Railways plans to conduct trial runs before the official launch of the hydrogen train, demonstrating their commitment to utilizing clean energy sources in the railway sector.
The Ministry of Railways in India has announced the allocation of the country's first hydrogen train to the Northern Railway's Delhi Division for the route between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana. This initiative marks a significant step towards promoting green transportation technology and supporting zero-carbon emission goals by utilizing hydrogen as a clean energy source. The Jind-Sonipat hydrogen fuel train is expected to provide substantial benefits in reducing carbon footprint and enhancing sustainable mobility. With a distance of 89 km to be covered in approximately 1.5 hours, the train will pass through 12 railway stations, connecting key locations in the region. The hydrogen train, developed by the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai, features an engine with a robust capacity of 1,200 horsepower (HP), making it the longest and most powerful hydrogen train globally with 10 coaches and 2400 kW power. This indigenous development by Indian Railways, based on specifications set by the Research, Design & Standards Organization (RDSO), aims to showcase the potential of hydrogen-powered train technology in the country's railway sector. Indian Railways is gearing up to conduct trial runs for the hydrogen train before its official launch, emphasizing the importance of testing and ensuring the efficiency of the clean energy source. The planned trial run between Jind and Sonipat will pave the way for the introduction of the hydrogen train, setting a precedent for sustainable transportation solutions in India. Overall, the introduction of India's first hydrogen train signifies a positive shift towards renewable energy adoption and innovation in the railway infrastructure sector.
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