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Haryana BJP chief rides India’s first hydrogen‑powered train, eyes Delhi next
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 04:03 AM
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The chief of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Haryana traveled on a hydrogen‑fuelled train and announced that the service will soon extend to Delhi.
Earlier this week the chief of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Haryana boarded a hydrogen‑powered train as part of a demonstration of the new eco‑friendly rail technology. The ride, conducted on a trial route within the state, was intended to showcase the viability of hydrogen as an alternative fuel for Indian Railways.
The train, equipped with fuel‑cell modules that generate electricity from hydrogen, emits only water vapour, marking a significant step towards reducing the carbon footprint of rail transport. Officials highlighted that the prototype can travel up to 200 kilometres on a single hydrogen tank, matching the performance of conventional diesel units.
During the journey, the BJP chief affirmed that the next planned extension of the service will be to the national capital, Delhi, signalling the government's intent to roll out hydrogen‑based trains on major corridors. The announcement underscores a broader push to diversify energy sources in the transport sector and align with India's climate commitments.
If the Delhi link is operationalised as promised, it could pave the way for a network of hydrogen trains across northern India, offering a cleaner alternative for both passenger and freight services.
The train, equipped with fuel‑cell modules that generate electricity from hydrogen, emits only water vapour, marking a significant step towards reducing the carbon footprint of rail transport. Officials highlighted that the prototype can travel up to 200 kilometres on a single hydrogen tank, matching the performance of conventional diesel units.
During the journey, the BJP chief affirmed that the next planned extension of the service will be to the national capital, Delhi, signalling the government's intent to roll out hydrogen‑based trains on major corridors. The announcement underscores a broader push to diversify energy sources in the transport sector and align with India's climate commitments.
If the Delhi link is operationalised as promised, it could pave the way for a network of hydrogen trains across northern India, offering a cleaner alternative for both passenger and freight services.