India's first hydrogen train: PM Modi to launch zero-emission train on Jind-Sonipat route this month

India is set to launch its first hydrogen fuel cell train, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi expected to inaugurate the service on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana this month. The train produces zero carbon emissions, using hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity for traction. Trials are in advanced stages, and the train is reported to have a top speed of 140 km/h. This marks a significant step for Indian Railways in shifting away from diesel traction on non-electrified or partially electrified routes. The hydrogen train project is part of Indian Railways' broader plan to become a net-zero carbon emitter by 2030. While the exact launch date has not been confirmed, the Jind-Sonipat section has been readied for the inaugural run. The train uses fuel cell technology that combines hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity, with water vapor as the only byproduct. Key details on refueling infrastructure, hydrogen sourcing, and per-unit cost are still awaited, but the rollout signals growing government commitment to green hydrogen in transport.