Hydrogen-powered train reflects PM Modi’s vision, says Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday described the launch of India’s first indigenous hydrogen-powered train as a truly historic moment for the country’s green mobility journey, saying it marks a major step towards a cleaner and more self-reliant transport ecosystem.

In a post on X, the minister said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the country’s first indigenous



hydrogen-powered train on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana. Powered by a 1,200 kW hydrogen fuel cell propulsion system, the 10-coach train emits only water vapour, making it a near-zero emission mode of transport, Goyal said.

He added that the launch marks a significant milestone in the country’s journey towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat and reflects the government’s commitment to innovation-led, sustainable growth.