Hydrogen train pulled by diesel engine for maintenance, clarifies Indian Railways
Indian Railways issued a clarification regarding a viral video showing the country’s first hydrogen train being pulled by a diesel engine for maintenance. The train, flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, operates between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana as part of Northern Railway’s Delhi Division. According to a Railway Board letter dated May 22, 2026, the train must be hauled by a locomotive when moving for maintenance. The hydrogen train began commercial service on July 19, covering an 89-km route in about two hours with stops at 12 stations.
18 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
Prime Minister Modi officially launched India's first hydrogen-powered train, a 10-coach train operating between Jind and Sonipat.
19 JUL 2026
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Indian Railways clarified that the country's first hydrogen train requires a diesel engine for maintenance.
20 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
Indian Railways clarified a viral video showing stone-pelting on a hydrogen train was footage of an older locomotive.
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