Archive · 31 Jan 2026

India's First LNG-Powered Passenger Train Enters Service in Ahmedabad

India's First LNG-Powered Passenger Train Enters Service in Ahmedabad

Indian Railways has started using a new kind of train in Ahmedabad that runs on liquefied natural gas (LNG) and diesel.

This is the first time such a train is being used for passengers in India.

The train can travel up to 2,200 kilometres on a single tank of LNG.

It is more efficient and produces fewer harmful gases than regular diesel trains.

The train has two power cars, each with 1,400 horsepower.

Using LNG helps save money and is better for the environment.

The train has completed trials and is now running normally.

Indian Railways plans to use this technology in more trains after further tests.

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