Final preparations are going on for the high-speed trial of India’s first hydrogen-powered train, scheduled to run at a speed of up to 120 kmph on June 26 along the Jind-Sonipat railway line. To oversee the testing process, a special team from the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO), Lucknow, arrived at Jind Junction on Wednesday.
The trial, initially planned for June 24, was rescheduled to Friday. Earlier, low-speed trials of the train were successfully completed.
The upcoming high-speed test will allow experts to evaluate key systems of the train, including braking performance, engine capacity, safety mechanisms, vibration levels, and track conditions. Railway officials are closely monitoring the train’s power car, control systems, safety features, and speed sensors to ensure it meets all required standards before commercial deployment.
Designed as an eco-friendly alternative, the hydrogen-powered train uses fuel cell technology instead of conventional diesel engines. It operates by combining hydrogen and oxygen to generate electricity, which powers the train and charges its lithium-ion batteries.
The train is a zero-emission system, producing only water and steam as by-products, and is expected to run with minimal noise, offering a smoother and more comfortable travel experience for passengers.
The hydrogen train will operate on the 90-kilometre Jind-Sonipat route, with an average speed ranging between 110 and 140 kmph. Officials noted that the train is highly fuel-efficient, capable of covering a distance of 180 kilometres using approximately 360 kilograms of hydrogen, making it a potential replacement for multiple conventional trains operating on the route.
The successful completion of the trial is expected to mark a significant step forward in India’s push towards sustainable and green transportation.
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