Modi launches India's first hydrogen train and Rs 19,400 crore projects
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Why in news
Prime Minister Modi flagged off India's first hydrogen-powered train between Jind and Sonipat, marking a shift toward zero-emission railway mobility.
Background
The train operates on an 89-km stretch between Jind and Sonipat using indigenous zero-emission fuel cell technology. It converts hydrogen into electricity onboard, producing only water vapor as a byproduct and eliminating the need for continuous overhead electrification.
Facts for Prelims
- S&THydrogen fuel cell technology: Converts hydrogen into electricity to propel vehicles, emitting only water vapor.
- FactThe first hydrogen-powered train in India operates on an 89-km stretch between Jind and Sonipat.
- S&THydrogen trains do not require continuous overhead electrification as electricity is generated onboard.
- FactDevelopment projects worth Rs 14,700 crore were launched in Jind and Rs 4,700 crore in Chandigarh.
For Mains
Q. Examine the potential of hydrogen fuel cell technology in decarbonizing the Indian railway sector and the logistical challenges associated with its large-scale adoption.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: High initial capital expenditure for hydrogen refueling stations and specialized storage facilities.
- Supply chain bottleneck: Dependence on green hydrogen production and efficient transport of high-pressure hydrogen gas.
Keywords: Green Hydrogen · Fuel Cell Technology · Decarbonization · Sustainable Mobility · Indigenous Technology
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