Indian Railways is developing the country’s first hydrogen train, which will be among the longest and most powerful hydrogen trains globally. The pilot project involves retrofitting a diesel electric multiple unit (DEMU) with a hydrogen fuel cell.

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• India’s first hydrogen train under development on a pilot basis.
• Train being fully designed and developed indigenously.
• RDSO finalized specifications; train to be among world’s longest.
• Will also be among the most powerful hydrogen trains globally.
• Hydrogen refueling infrastructure planned with production-storage facility.
• PESO granted safety approvals for hydrogen facility layout.
• Hydrogen train aims to cut emissions, promote green energy.
• Strengthens India’s push for alternative energy in rail transport.
• Railway Minister Vaishnaw confirmed progress in Rajya Sabha.