By News Desk 
Amid rising coal and electricity prices, a group of students in Bareilly has claimed a pioneering innovation — a water-powered train model that could pave the way for cleaner, self-sustaining transport solutions. According to the creators, this model train generates electricity from water to power itself and has already passed its first successful test run.
What sets this model apart is its zero dependence on external energy sources like fossil fuels or conventional electricity. The students claim the technology is entirely eco-friendly and could serve as a sustainable alternative to traditional fuel-based engines. They are now preparing to apply for a patent for their invention.
Innovation Born in a School Campus
The invention was developed at Islamia Girls Inter College in Bareilly, where three schoolgirls — Laiba, Kashifa, and Yasmeen — teamed up with Gopal, a BSc student who works in the school canteen. Together, they built a working prototype of the water-powered train.
During a live demonstration captured by News18, the model successfully traveled 50 meters using just 250 ml of water. The test took place in the college courtyard and marked what the team calls a milestone in their long-standing project.
Five Years of Determination and Research
The students revealed that this project has been in development for nearly five years, with approximately ₹5 lakh invested in research, materials, and testing. Elated by their recent success, the team is optimistic about the future.
“We wanted to do something meaningful for the country,” said one of the team members, emphasizing the project’s alignment with the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (self-reliant India) initiatives.
Patent Application and Next Steps
Following the successful trial, the students are now collaborating with their school management to submit a patent application for the invention. If approved and scaled, their technology could potentially revolutionize engine design not just in India, but globally.
Potential to Save Billions in Fuel Costs
Should this innovation prove viable on a larger scale, it could offer enormous savings in the rail and transportation sectors by reducing reliance on conventional fuels. This water-powered model could eventually be adapted to power locomotives and other engines, making it a significant step toward greener, more economical transportation.
As promising as the development sounds, only time will tell if this student-led project can translate into real-world impact. Nonetheless, it serves as a powerful example of how grassroots innovation can offer bold solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges.