Indian Railways has launched a new DEMU train
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Indian Railways has launched a new DEMU train, which is the first in the
country to use an LNG–diesel dual-fuel system.
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The train is operational at Sabarmati in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
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The driving power cars of the 1,400 HP DEMU train have been changed into
a dual-fuel system.
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It makes use of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to replace approximately 40%
of the traditional diesel consumption.
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The converted power cars completed successful field trials. The trials
covered more than 2,000 kilometers.
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After trials, the converted power cars are currently in regular
passenger service without any operational issues.
¨ The dual-fuel system reduces carbon dioxide emissions and cuts nitrogen oxide emissions.
¨ This helps improve air quality along rail routes and offers long-term economic savings for Indian Railways.
