INDIAN RAILWAYS JOINS GREEN TECH LEAGUE WITH FIRST HYDROGEN TRAIN

Indian Railways has marked a major milestone in its journey towards clean and sustainable mobility by completing the manufacturing of its first hydrogen-powered train-set, which will be operated on a pilot basis.

- TIKAM SHARMA

Executed in accordance with specifications laid down by the Research, Design and Standards Organization (RDSO), the project is aimed at showcasing the viability, safety and operational performance of hydrogen-powered train technology across the Indian railway network.

Sharing details in the Lok Sabha earlier last week, Union Minister for Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the initiative underlines Indian Railways' strong resolve to embrace alternative energy solutions and move decisively towards a cleaner, greener and more sustainable future for rail transportation in the country.