Indian Railways has conducted trials of Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU) trains powered partly by liquefied natural gas (LNG), marking a step toward cleaner rail operations.
INOX India Limited supplied cryogenic LNG storage and regasification systems, allowing each 1,400 HP power car to run on a mix of diesel and LNG, replacing up to 40 % of diesel consumption.
The pilot trains completed successful runs at Sabarmati, Ahmedabad, with plans to expand LNG usage across more units. This initiative aims to reduce fuel costs and lower greenhouse gas emissions on regional routes.