PM Modi flags off India’s first hydrogen-powered passenger train on Jind–Sonipat route

India has achieved a major milestone in sustainable transportation with the development of its first indigenous Hydrogen Fuel Cell Train, marking a significant step towards building a domestic hydrogen-powered rail ecosystem and advancing the country's clean mobility ambitions, the government announced on Sunday. The hydrogen-powered train will operate on the Jind-Sonipat section of Northern Railway and has been designed, engineered and integrated in India using indigenous technology.With a carrying capacity of 2,600 passengers, the train is expected to showcase the potential of hydrogen as a clean alternative to conventional diesel-powered rail transport.“India's first indigenous Hydrogen Fuel Cell Train on the Jind–Sonipat section of Northern Railway has a capacity of 2,600 passengers,” according to the official statement.Powered by a Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC), the train generates electricity through a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen across a proton-conducting Perfluorosulfonic Acid (PFSA) polymer membrane.The process produces only water vapour and heat as by-products, making the train a zero-emission and environmentally friendly mode of transport.“Powered by a Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cell, it produces only water vapour and heat as by-products, making it a clean, zero-emission alternative to diesel,” it added.The train has an operational speed of 75 kmph, while its design speed is 110 kmph, enabling it to efficiently serve regional passenger routes while reducing carbon emissions.To support the operation of the hydrogen-powered train, a dedicated hydrogen refuelling ecosystem has been established at Jind in Haryana.The facility includes hydrogen production, storage, compression and dispensing infrastructure, creating a comprehensive ecosystem for hydrogen-based railway operations.Safety has been a key focus in the development of the project. The train is equipped with hydrogen leak detectors capable of identifying even the smallest leaks instantly, helping prevent potential hazards and ensuring safe operations.The indigenous hydrogen fuel cell train represents more than a technological breakthrough for Indian Railways.It lays the foundation for a domestic hydrogen rail ecosystem and reinforces India's commitment to developing sustainable, zero-emission transportation solutions..

India's first hydrogen train has traveled over 1,200 kilometers during trial operations. This indigenous project has already saved over 3,200 liters of diesel fuel. The train generates electricity using hydrogen fuel cells, releasing only water vapor. Dedicated hydrogen storage and refuelling facilities have been established at Jind. Further trial runs are planned for the Delhi route to support zero-emission rail transport.

India's first hydrogen fuel cell train has covered 900 kilometers on its initial operational route. This new train runs on hydrogen fuel cells, producing only water vapor and heat. Passenger fares remain consistent with ordinary diesel services on this pilot project. The train operates on the Jind-Sonipat corridor in Haryana, carrying many passengers. India joins a select group of nations testing this advanced rail technology.

Jind: India's first hydrogen-powered passenger train will start regular operations on the Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana from Sunday, July 19, marking a major milestone in Indian Railways' push toward clean, eco-friendly transportation.Commercial operations beginEarlier on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the train. The service, themed as the “NaMo Green Rail”, will be operated and maintained by the Delhi Division of Northern Railway."India takes a major leap towards green mobility! In Jind, flagged off India’s first indigenous hydrogen-powered train between Jind and Sonipat. This remarkable achievement reflects the ingenuity and dedication of the Indian Railways team. It is a proud symbol of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and our commitment to cleaner, future-ready transportation," PM Modi posted on X.India takes a major leap towards green mobility!In Jind, flagged off India’s first indigenous hydrogen-powered train between Jind and Sonipat. This remarkable achievement reflects the ingenuity and dedication of the Indian Railways team. It is a proud symbol of Aatmanirbhar… pic.twitter.com/hVo89u5vvI— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 17, 2026 Hydrogen train routeThe hydrogen-powered train will run between Jind Junction and Sonipat as train numbers 74010 and 74009.Built by Chennai's Integral Coach Factory (ICF), the hydrogen-powered train will cover the 89-km Jind–Sonipat route in about two hours at a top operational speed of 75 kmph. The Hydrogen Fuel DMU will operate daily, from Monday through Sunday.No Diesel, No Overhead Wires: How India's First Hydrogen Train Will Generate Its Own PowerTrain numbers 74010 and 74009 will operate via Pandu Pindara, halting at 14 stations, including Jind Junction and Sonipat, the route's origin and destination stations.Which stations will the hydrogen train halt at?The train will stop at 14 stations along the route: Jind Junction, Jind City, Pandu Pindara, Lalit Khera Halt, Bhambhewa, Ishapur Kheri Halt, Butana Halt, Khandari Halt, Gohana, Rabhra Halt, Lath Halt, Mohana (Haryana), Barwasni Halt, and Sonipat.Hydrogen train farePassengers on the Jind–Sonipat hydrogen-powered train will be charged the same fare as regular DMU services, with no additional cost for travelling on the eco-friendly train.According to the RailOne mobile app, the ordinary-class fare on the hydrogen-powered train is Rs 10 from Jind Junction to Jind City, while passengers travelling the full Jind–Sonipat route will pay Rs 25.

NEW DELHI — India rolled out its first domestically built, hydrogen-powered train on Friday, a move aimed at expanding the use of clean energy in its vast rail network. The train made up of two hydrogen-powered driving cars and eight passenger coaches will operate in the northern state of Haryana. It can run at speeds of up to 75 kph (47 mph) and carry a maximum of about 2,600 passengers, railway officials said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the “NaMo Green Rail” at Haryana’s Jind railway station on Friday. “NaMo” is a common abbreviation of Modi’s first and last names. “This […]...Keep on reading: India launches first locally built hydrogen-powered train

New Delhi, India got its first hydrogen-powered train on Friday, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged the passenger service from Haryana's Jind railway station. The train will run between the Jind and Sonipat railway stations and cover the 89-km distance in two hours, with halts at 12 intermediate stations.Following are the distinctive features of the train --A 1,200-kilowatt hydrogen-fuel-cell-propulsion system will power the 10-car trainset.The train will operate at a maximum speed of 75 km per hour.The train and the refuelling plant are equipped with devices to detect hydrogen leaks and unusual heat, along with an automatic shut-off system capable of cutting off hydrogen supply on its own, without waiting for a person to react.The pilot's cabin is specifically designed to keep the person safe, with a special mode that allows the train to be moved to safety in an emergency.Powered by hydrogen-fuel-cell technology, which converts hydrogen into electricity to propel the train.Essentially an electric train that generates its own electricity on board. Instead of drawing power from overhead lines, hydrogen stored in high-pressure tanks reacts with oxygen from the air inside a fuel cell to produce electricity.Hydrogen fuel is produced separately, compressed, transported to the refuelling station and filled into the storage tanks on the train.Compared to diesel trains, a hydrogen-powered train eliminates tailpipe emissions, lowers dependence on fossil fuels and fossil-fuel imports, and operates with significantly less noise.Unlike conventional electric trains, a hydrogen-powered train does not require continuous overhead electrification infrastructure, as electricity is generated on board through hydrogen fuel cells, making them a clean and efficient solution.Hydrogen fuel cells typically have an efficiency of around 50-60 per cent in converting hydrogen into electricity. The efficiency of producing hydrogen through electrolysis is generally about 60-70 per cent, depending on the technology and conditions used.The use of green hydrogen -- produced using renewable electricity -- also reduces dependence on electricity generated from fossil fuel-based thermal power plants.The hydrogen-refuelling infrastructure consists of hydrogen production or supply facilities, compression systems, high-pressure storage tanks, dispensing equipment and safety systems. Hydrogen is compressed, typically to high pressures, stored on site and transferred into onboard tanks through specialised dispensing systems.