Indian Railways Launches India's First Hydrogen Fuel Cell Train on Jind–Sonipat Route

Key facts

• India's first hydrogen fuel cell train generates electricity onboard using a Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cell, producing only water vapour and heat as by-products.
• The train consists of 10 coaches (8 passenger coaches and 2 Hydrogen Driving Power Cars) with a capacity of around 2,600 passengers, making it one of the largest hydrogen-powered passenger trains globally.
• It initially operates at a maximum speed of 75 kmph on the 89-km Jind–Sonipat section in Haryana, with a design speed of 110 kmph.
• Each Hydrogen Driving Power Car generates 1,200 kW (1,600 hp) using fuel cells, lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, and hydrogen storage cylinders.
• Indian Railways established a hydrogen refuelling facility at Jind with a storage capacity of nearly 3,000 kg of hydrogen, approved by the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO).
• The train and refuelling infrastructure are equipped with multiple safety systems including hydrogen leak detectors, flame detectors, and continuous monitoring, and underwent independent safety assessment by TUV SUD, Germany.
• The project aligns with India's National Green Hydrogen Mission and supports the country's long-term net-zero emissions commitment.