Hydrogen-powered trains are set to reshape public transport in India. These trains use hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity and emit only water vapor. This clean energy technology offers zero emissions and significantly reduces harmful pollutants. According to the International Energy Agency, hydrogen trains can lower carbon emissions by 50% compared to diesel ones.
The Indian government has started testing these trains in states like Haryana and Maharashtra. They plan to expand these tests nationwide by 2025. If successful, full-scale adoption could begin by 2030. This initiative is expected to save millions of liters of diesel annually. With countries like Germany and Japan already using hydrogen trains, India is on track to become a leader in green transport.
Bringing hydrogen-powered vehicles into India is a vital step towards cleaner public transport. Unlike diesel buses, hydrogen-powered buses have zero emissions, making them an eco-friendly choice. Research by the Council on Energy, Environment, and Water indicates that adopting these buses could cut carbon dioxide emissions by up to 1.7 million tons each year. In highly polluted cities like Delhi and Mumbai, this shift could significantly improve air quality and reduce reliance on imported fuels.
ndia’s green mobility efforts go beyond buses. The government is also looking at hydrogen-powered trucks and smaller vehicles. Under the National Hydrogen Mission, the plan is to introduce 1,000 hydrogen buses by 2030. The aim is to build a transport system that efficiently serves both cities and rural areas.