India's first hydrogen train completes 1,200 km trial saving 3,200 litres of diesel | carboncredit.io

India's first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell train has completed a 1,200 km trial run between Jind and Sonipat, saving over 3,200 litres of diesel. The 10-coach train generates electricity onboard through a hydrogen-oxygen chemical reaction, emitting only water vapor. It produces zero tailpipe carbon emissions and uses green hydrogen stored at up to 500 bar pressure. The train is powered by two hydrogen driving power cars delivering 2,400 kW total power, supported by lithium iron phosphate batteries. Indian Railways retains the intellectual property rights for the technology and plans to expand trials to Delhi routes. The project establishes an indigenous hydrogen rail ecosystem and positions India for potential exports of zero-emission rail technology.