Archive · 27 Sep 2026
India’s First LNG-Powered Train Flagged Off From Gujarat’s Sabarmati
India has introduced its first train that can use LNG as well as diesel.
LNG is a different fuel that can help reduce the use of diesel.
Two engine cars were changed so they can use both fuels.
The engines can switch between LNG and diesel when needed.
More than 2,000 kilometres of testing were completed before the launch.
LNG can replace up to about 40% of the diesel used.
Officials expect this could lower fuel costs and some pollution.
The launch also included several other railway projects in Gujarat.
Amit Shah and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel flagged off India’s first LNG-powered train from Sabarmati on Sunday.
The train uses a diesel-plus-LNG dual-fuel system fitted to two 1,400-horsepower Driving Power Cars.
More than 2,000 kilometres of field trials were completed to test the system’s performance and reliability.
LNG can replace up to about 40% of diesel use, potentially reducing fuel costs and emissions.
The launch was part of railway projects worth more than Rs 1,542 crore in Gujarat.
- Who
- Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel flagged off the train.
- What
- India’s first LNG-powered train, using a diesel-plus-LNG dual-fuel system, was launched.
- When
- Sunday.
- Where
- Sabarmati, Gujarat.
- Why
- The initiative aims to reduce dependence on diesel, lower fuel expenditure and emissions, and promote alternative energy in railway operations.
- Fuel system
- Diesel-plus-LNG dual-fuel system
- Converted engines
- Two 1,400 HP Driving Power Cars
- Field trials
- More than 2,000 km completed
- Diesel substitution
- Up to around 40% of diesel consumption
- LNG tank capacity
- Around 2,200 litres, holding approximately 850–900 kg of usable LNG
- Estimated range
- Around 1,600 km on a full LNG fill
- Railway project package
- More than Rs 1,542 crore