What makes India’s hydrogen train project a game-changer?

Sep 8, 2025 | 16:17 IST

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India’s rail network takes a decisive step toward its 2030 net-zero target

In 2023, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced in the Rajya Sabha plans to initiate a project to introduce hydrogen-powered trains.

On August 12, 2025, he posted a video offering a first look at India’s soon-to-be-launched hydrogen-powered train.

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What makes India’s hydrogen train project a game-changer?

India’s rail network takes a decisive step toward its 2030 net-zero target

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