India’s first hydrogen train begins trials

 This eco-friendly train has been manufactured by Chennai’s Integral Coach Factory (ICF). INFORMALNEWS reported.

Its trial was on 89 km route. This train is capable of running at a speed of 110 km per hour. Apart from the passenger coach, this train will also have two coaches for hydrogen cylinders.

This train with a capacity of 1200 horsepower will be able to carry 2,638 passengers at a time. The Railway Ministry had allocated Rs 2,800 crore for the construction of hydrogen fuel cell-based trains, under which 35 such trains are being prepared. This hydrogen train with 8 coaches, running at a speed of 110 km per hour, will be among the longest hydrogen trains in the world. This initiative based on green technology will play an important role in reducing carbon emissions and moving towards zero carbon target.

Plan to bring it into regular operation after successful trial

During the trial, the technical capability and safety standards of the train will be evaluated. After successful testing, there is a plan to bring it into regular operation. This train manufactured by Chennai’s Integral Coach Factory (ICF) is an important step of Indian Railways towards promoting clean and sustainable transport. The aim of the Railways is to give a new identity to the heritage routes of the country while promoting clean and sustainable transport.

Indian Railways is preparing to operate 35 hydrogen trains on heritage and hilly routes under its special project ‘Hydrogen for Heritage’. Rs 2800 crore has been allocated in the current year’s budget for this ambitious scheme. In addition, Rs 600 crore has been set aside for the development of hydrogen-related infrastructure on heritage routes.

This innovative project of Indian Railways is being considered a big step towards green transportation. This hydrogen-powered train supports the goal of zero carbon emissions. During the trial, the functionality, safety and technical aspects of the train will be checked. After successful testing, it is planned to bring it into regular operation.