The Indian Railways has approved the rollout of the country’s first indigenous hydrogen-powered trainset on the Jind–Sonipat section of Northern Railway in Haryana. This eco-friendly train, developed by the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO), represents India’s entry into the global league of nations experimenting with hydrogen rail technology, alongside Germany, Japan, China, and the United States.
⚙️ Key Features
- Trainset: 10-car passenger train
- Propulsion: 1,200 KW hydrogen fuel cell system
- Speed: Maximum 75 kmph during pilot phase
- Emission: Zero carbon; only water vapor and heat released
- Refuelling Hub: Indigenous hydrogen storage and refuelling facility set up at Jind station
- Safety: Equipped with hydrogen leak detectors, flame sensors, and 24×7 monitoring systems
