Jind, July 16 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India's first hydrogen-powered train between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana on Friday.

According to the Railways Ministry, the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trainset generates its own electricity onboard using hydrogen, the cleanest fuel known. It produces near-zero emissions at the point of use. This milestone reflects India's broader journey from coal and steam to cleaner and more sustainable sources of energy.

Over the past 12 years, rapid electrification has significantly reduced dependence on imported diesel, paving the way for the next leap in clean rail mobility. Today, with over 99 per cent of Broad Gauge routes electrified. Unlike conventional electric trains that draw power from ov...