India’s first LNG-powered train was flagged off on 27 September 2026 from Sabarmati Railway Station, Ahmedabad, by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. It uses a diesel–LNG dual-fuel system, replacing up to 40% of diesel consumption, cutting costs and emissions while marking a major step in India’s green railway transition.
🚆 Key Highlights of India’s First LNG Train
- Launch Date: 27 September 2026
- Location: Sabarmati Railway Station, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
- Flagged Off By: Union Home Minister Amit Shah, with Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel present
- Technology: Diesel–LNG dual-fuel system
- Converted Units: Two 1,400 HP Driving Power Cars (DPCs) at Sabarmati Integrated Coaching Depot
- Fuel Replacement: LNG replaces ~40% of diesel consumption
- Trials: Over 2,000 km of field trials completed before launch
- Fuel Tank Capacity: ~2,200 litres LNG per DPC (850–900 kg usable LNG)
- Range: One full LNG fill enables ~1,600 km of operation
- Savings: Estimated ₹11.9 lakh annually per DPC; ~₹23.9 lakh for an 8-coach rake
