Haryana is gearing up for the debut of India’s inaugural hydrogen-powered train, expected to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi later this month. The innovative project by Northern Railway, set to run between Jind and Sonipat, is in its final stages of readiness. A stable 11 KV power supply has been secured for the hydrogen plant in Jind, ensuring fuel provision for the train’s operations.
Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi recently chaired a meeting with officials from Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (DHBVN) to assess the project’s progress. Discussions centered on the plant’s power supply status, backup measures, and future needs. Emphasizing the importance of uninterrupted power supply, Rastogi called for regular reviews to avert any hindrances to the project.
The hydrogen plant in Jind, boasting a storage capacity of 3,000 kg, is nearing completion and will fuel the world’s most potent hydrogen train on a broad gauge platform. With a price tag of Rs 120 crore, the plant will produce hydrogen through electrolysis for continuous train operations. DHBVN officials confirmed the provision of stable power supply to the plant, backed by monitoring and maintenance support.
Northern Railway officials expressed contentment with the power supply quality to the plant, as per a statement from the state government. The meeting, attended by DHBVN Managing Director Vikram Yadav and Chief Engineer Rajender Sabharwal, highlighted the progress and preparations for the groundbreaking hydrogen train project.
