Indian Railways to soon begin a 10-Car Hydrogen Train with 1200 KW Engine on its Jind-Sonipat section
Indian Railways has approved the introduction of a 10-car Hydrogen Fuel Cell-based train-set on the dedicated Jind-Sonipat section of Northern Railway.
This will be India's first indigenous Hydrogen Train, which is set to start soon. It will operate at a maximum speed of 75 Kilometres per hour (kmph), powered by a 1200 Kilo Watt (KW) hydrogen fuel cell propulsion system. The words "Namo Green Rail" appears to be written on the sides of the hydrogen powered locomotive, along with "H2 Zero Emissions".
With this fully hydrogen powered train, India joins the elite club of nations that are using Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology to power clean and sustainable rail operations.
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As of now, it will be the world’s longest (10 coaches) and most powerful (2400 kW) Hydrogen Train-set on Broad Gauge. It is indegenously designed by Research, Design & Standards Organisation (RDSO) of Indian Railways.
Where will India's First Ever Hydrogen Train services run?
The Jind-Sonipat section in Haryana has been identified as the pilot route for operating India's first-ever Hydrogen powered train. An indigenous hydrogen storage and refuelling facility has been set up at Jind for the train-set.
What is a Hydrogen Train and how is it powered?
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A Hydrogen Train is a train which is driven by an engine that is powered by Hydrogen as the fuel. Instead of the regular fuels like diesel or electric power, it uses Hydrogen fuel cell technology to power the locomotive that runs the train.
Hydrogen fuel cell technology generates electricity through a chemical reaction using hydrogen, with water vapour as the only emission, making it a clean alternative to conventional fossil fuel-based traction systems.
Prominent features of India's 1st Hydrogen Train-set
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This train set is "Made in India", that is, it has been indegenously designed in India. Here are a few of its prominent features:
- Designed and Developed in India, it demonstrates Indian Railways’ commitment to Atmanirbhar Bharat.
- As of now, it's the world’s longest (10 coaches) and most powerful (2400 kW) Hydrogen Train-set on Broad Gauge platform.
- The train-set comprises of two Driving Power Cars (DPCs) of 1200 kW each, totalling 2400 kW along with eight passenger cars.
- Zero CO2 emissions or pollution; only emission is water vapour.
- Major step in development of next generation fuel technology in Railways.
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Manufacturing of Hydrogen Train-set was completed on December 2025. And now, it has been announced that India's first indigenous Hydrogen Train will begin its services soon on the Jind - Sonipat section of Northern Railways zone of Indian Railways.
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Hydrogen-based rail systems are increasingly being recognised globally as a promising solution for sustainable mobility. As the hydrogen fuel technology is still at a nascent stage, only a small number of countries are currently operating or testing such systems.
With this latest Hydrogen powered train initiative, India joins a select group of advanced countries such as Germany, Japan, China and the United States of America, which are exploring the use of hydrogen for cleaner rail transportation.
Safety and provisions for the Hydrogen Train
As per the information given today on 27 may 2026 by the Ministry of Railways, Govt. of India, a hydrogen plant has been conceived at Jind for providing hydrogen for use in this train-set. In this plant, hydrogen is being produced using electrolysis process which is key element of green hydrogen generation.
The Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO) has granted the required licence for storage and dispensing of compressed hydrogen gas at the site.
A hydrogen compression system has been provided for refuelling operations, along with necessary technical support and critical spares to ensure reliable and fail-safe functioning. A standby compressor unit is also being ensured.
Various safety sensors, including hydrogen leak detectors and flame detectors installed at the hydrogen production, storage and dispensing facility, will be regularly inspected and cleaned to prevent dust accumulation and ensure safe operation.
- Greener & More Energy Efficient; First Indigenous Hydrogen Train All Set to Start - Ministry of Railways, Govt. of India, on PIB. Posted On: 27 MAY 2026 2:20PM by PIB Delhi
- Manufacturing of India’s First Hydrogen-Powered Train-Set Completed; Green Hydrogen Production Plant Based on Electrolysis Process Being Established at Jind - Ministry of Railways, Govt. of India, on PIB. Posted On: 10 DEC 2025 4:46PM by PIB Delhi