Hydrogen Vande Bharat: Viral Video Debunked, Real Trial Details Revealed

• A viral video claiming a hydrogen-operated Vande Bharat trial in Himachal Pradesh was debunked; the train shown was a Diesel Hydraulic Multiple Unit (DHMU).
• DHMU coaches underwent trial runs on the UNESCO World Heritage Kalka–Shimla narrow-gauge track, testing performance under load and cooling systems.
• The actual hydrogen-powered train, developed by Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai, is delayed and now expected to run from January 2026.
• The hydrogen train will initially operate on the Sonipat-Jind route in Haryana, covering 356 km with two daily services and a capacity for over 2,000 passengers.
• DHMU coaches feature modern amenities like mobile charging points, LED displays, and fire safety systems, with exteriors depicting snow-covered mountains.

Why It Matters: A viral video falsely claimed a hydrogen train trial; the real hydrogen Vande Bharat is delayed until 2026.