CNG Trains
Madam one Diesel Electrical Multiple Unit (DEMU) train comprising of 2 CNG DPCs (Driving Power Car) and 6 TC (Trailing Coach) has been in operations since January, 2015.
Six CNG DEMU trains have been introduced which run in Delhi, Haryana and U.P.
Indian Railways has sanctioned projects under following major developments for research and development for fuel efficient trains including use of alternate fuels:-
• Development of advanced fuel injection system.
• Development of advanced air intake system.
• Development of natural gas based systems.
• Promote use of biodiesel as blended fuel.
This Press Release is based on information given by the Minister of State for Railways Shri Manoj Sinha in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha on 04.05.2016 (Wednesday).