India's first hydrogen-powered train is now ready for testing and is set to revolutionise the country’s railway system with its eco-friendly, fuel-efficient technology. The train, currently parked at Shakur Basti yard in Delhi, is undergoing final testing at a hydrogen plant in Jind, where crucial operations, such as hydrogen production, are underway. The testing process is expected to take about 10 days, after which the train will be cleared for operation. If everything goes as planned, it will be ready for passenger service by the end of this month.
A pollution-free alternative
This hydrogen-powered train will run along the Sonipat-Gohana-Jind corridor, covering a distance of approximately 89 kilometres. The project, developed with a budget of Rs 120 crore, aims to provide a pollution-