7 janv. 2026
The train will be launched on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana.
The train, designed and built indigenously at ICF Chennai, is expected to reach speeds of up to 110 km/h. It is among the world’s most powerful hydrogen locomotives with an output of 2,400 kW across its two power cars.
Although Germany and China already run hydrogen trains, India’s hydrogen train is the longest built for broad gauge (5ft 6 in).
The project is a collaboration between Indian Railways, the Research, Design & Standards Organisation (RDSO), and Spanish partner Green H. It has two driver power cars and eight metro-style passenger coaches. The train aims to reduce diesel consumption and pollution significantly.
Trial runs have been completed successfully. After the pilot run, a joint performance report will be submitted to the central government to determine the feasibility of wider deployment across India.
Media estimates the fare to be between ₹5 and ₹25.
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