Science TechnologyTuesday, 8 September 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
India’s first hydrogen train to run at 110 kmph; Jind–Sonipat line and 2026 rollout details
Railway Board plans to run India’s first hydrogen train at up to 110 kmph, with the service currently operating on Haryana’s 89-km Jind–Sonipat route.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In July 2026, Railway Board Chairman and CEO Satish Kumar said India’s first hydrogen train, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 17, is being planned for operation at up to 110 kmph on the 89-km Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana.
Key specifics
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the hydrogen train service on July 17, 2026.
- The train is currently running on the 89-km Jind–Sonipat section in Haryana.
- Its present operating speed is 75 kmph, while trial runs have been completed at 120 kmph.
- Indian Railways is planning to run it at up to 110 kmph after technical and fuel-supply reviews.
- Satish Kumar is the Railway Board Chairman and CEO who gave the update in Indore.
Exam lens
Science & technology current affairs, hydrogen fuel cell train, Haryana’s Jind–Sonipat route, 89 km, 110 kmph, 120 kmph trials; TNPSC may ask the first route, launch date, and the official who announced the speed plan.