The ministry said the hydrogen fuel cell train generates its own electricity, unlike conventional electric trains that depend on overhead power lines, the train carries its own power source, making hydrogen one of the cleanest propulsion technologies being adopted by Indian Railways.
In an Office Memorandum (OM) issued on July 14, the Department said the decision was taken after noticing a spate of voluntary retirement and resignation requests from scientific personnel, which was affecting the implementation of projects of national importance.