India’s first hydrogen-powered train completed a successful trial run in Haryana on Tuesday, marking a milestone for eco-friendly rail travel. The train departed from Jind railway station at 8.30 am, travelled towards Lalit Khera, then turned back, covering a total of 20 kilometres.
Equipped with eight coaches, the train reached a top speed of 70 kmph during the run. Railway officials, loco pilots, and RPF personnel were on board to monitor operations and safety. The trial is part of an ongoing testing phase scheduled to continue over the next week.
The hydrogen train is being tested for performance, technical systems, and safety. Officials said that if the trials are successful, the train will be introduced for regular operations on the Jind to Sonipat route.
This train is unique in India as its hydrogen plant is located in Jind, making the town a central hub for the country’s hydrogen rail initiative. The successful trial is seen as an important step toward cleaner railway operations, aiming to reduce reliance on diesel on select routes.
Visuals from the trial showed the train running smoothly along the track, with railway teams closely monitoring every aspect of the operation.
