The Indian Railways is now producing eco-friendly Vande Metro trains that will replace the outdated trains that were created in the 1950s and 1960s. These trains will represent a significant advancement because the end user will no longer be the primary emphasis, according to railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The middle and lower classes will be served by the hydrogen-powered Vande Metro trains. It is safe to claim that these trains will significantly alter daily life for every Indian.
Since hydrogen trains use less fuel and are quieter than conventional trains, they produce almost no pollution, making them one of the largest ecological projects by the Indian Railways. According to reports, these trains will only generate steam and evaporated water. As Germany is the only country to have introduced the first hydrogen-powered trains in the globe, this will be both the first hydrogen train in India and the second in the world overall.
Vaishnaw has stated that the design should be available between May and June 2023, while the actual launch date is still unknown.
Vande Bharat 3.0
In 2023, traveling for greater distances is going to become much simpler and more enjoyable. The Vande Bharat-3 design is being developed by the Indian Railways and will include sleeper class and simplify travel on lengthy routes. The Ministry of Railways has officially announced that a tender has been published for the production of 200 new rakes for these Vande Bharat trains of the newest generation. These 200 Vande Bharat rakes will all only be used for sleeping class.
When compared to earlier Vande Bharat variants, these trains will likely have an aluminum body and be 2-4 tonnes lighter. According to the article, the sleeping class coaches would also include wi-fi and LED screens that display passenger information. The trains will also have autonomous fire sensors and GPS systems to make travel easier, safer, and more enjoyable.
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
The Indian Railways has introduced the Amrit Bharat Station initiative with the long-term goal of continuously enhancing the infrastructure of more than 1,000 stations. The plan will make sure that all station types have high-level platforms, per the official statement (760-840 mill meters). In fact, the Master Plans created under this plan will fundamentally alter how stations look.
This would entail enlarging the width of the roadways, eliminating unsightly constructions, installing properly constructed signs, creating designated pedestrian walkways, organizing parking spaces, and improving lighting. Given the space available at these railroad stations, an effort will be made to group together various waiting hall grades and types and, where practical, to offer high-quality dining and retail facilities. In waiting areas, suitable low-level dividers may be constructed.
