India is set to launch its first hydrogen-powered train in a major push towards green and sustainable transportation. Indian Railways has approved a 10-car hydrogen fuel cell-based trainset for pilot operations on the Jind-Sonipat section in Haryana. Powered by a 1,200 KW hydrogen fuel cell propulsion system, the train will operate at a top speed of 75 kmph and produce only water vapour as emission.The project places India among a select group of countries including Germany, Japan, China and the United States that are exploring hydrogen-powered rail transport. A dedicated hydrogen storage and refuelling facility has already been established at Jind, with multiple safety systems including leak detectors, flame sensors and 24x7 monitoring protocols in place.Railways officials say the initiative aligns with India’s clean energy and net-zero carbon goals while testing future-ready transportation technology. Experts believe the success of this pilot project could pave the way for more hydrogen-powered trains across India in the coming years.