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Indian Railways is going to launch its first hydrogen train, with trial runs expected in December 2024.
No diesel or electricity: India’s first hydrogen train to begin operations from…, speed to be…
India’s First Hydrogen Train: The Indian Railways network is one of the largest in the world, with lakhs of people using it for their travel. Indian Railways is also upgrading its trains and coaches and introducing new trains for the convenience of passengers. Vande Bharat Express trains are a perfect example of this. Adding to it, Railways is now planning to introduce a groundbreaking train that requires neither diesel nor electricity to operate. This “water-powered” train is all set to run on tracks soon. Here are the routes, speed, and unique features of this upcoming hydrogen train.
No Electricity or Fuel Required: Train Powered by Water
If we talk about the evolution of the Indian Railways, like other countries it all began with steam engines and then shifted to coal. Then the train engines shifted to fossil fuel power – diesel – that gives power but emulates pollution also. Modern trains run on electricity which is also generated by burning coal. Amid these advancements, a new era began with the launch of a train powered by water, marking a significant milestone for India.
India’s First Hydrogen-Powered Train
For the first time in the country, the train will run on water. This will be achieved through advanced hydrogen fuel technology. The pilot project of the hydrogen train will be launch soon. This train will require about 40,000 liters of water per hour, and special water storage facilities will be built to support this operation.
India’s First Hydrogen-Powered Train: To Start Operation From
The pilot project of the hydrogen train is expected to launch in December 2024.
Plans to Launch 35 Hydrogen Trains
Indian Railways has a plan to deploy as many as 35 hydrogen-powered trains across the country. The organisation is already in process of installing Hydrogen fuel cells and supporting infrastructure. Designs for the hydrogen plants are also approved. According to railway spokesperson Dilip Kumar, the cost for a single hydrogen train is approximately Rs 80 crore.
Special Features of the Hydrogen Train
The hydrogen train generates electricity by converting hydrogen and oxygen through fuel cells, emitting only steam and water as byproducts, unlike diesel engines. Not only that the high-tech train will be 60 percent quieter than diesel trains, offering same speed and passenger capacity.
Proposed Route for the First Hydrogen Train
The first hydrogen-powered train is likely to run on the 90-kilometre Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana.. Other routes in consideration are – Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Nilgiri Mountain Railway, Kalka-Shimla Railway, Matheran Railway, Kangra Valley, Bilimora Waghai, and Marwar-Deogarh Madariya routes.
Hydrogen Train Speed
The train is anticipated to reach speeds of 140 km/h and cover up to 1,000 kilometers on a single run.
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