India is making rapid strides in modern transportation technology, envisioning a future where travel is faster and more efficient. Alongside the bullet train project, Hyperloop technology is now being developed as a game-changer. Taking a major step forward, India’s first Hyperloop test track has been successfully built. Once operational, this technology could enable traveling 300 kilometers in just 30 minutes. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently shared this significant milestone on social media platform X, celebrating the achievement. The 422-meter-long Hyperloop test track, developed with IIT Madras, marks a major breakthrough for India’s transport sector.
Railway Minister Announces Hyperloop Progress
Hyperloop is regarded as the transport technology of the future, allowing high-speed travel through specialized tubes. Test trials are expected to commence soon, and if successful, this system could revolutionize public transportation in India, reducing travel time drastically.
What is a Hyperloop Track?
A Hyperloop track is an advanced high-speed transport system that moves passengers in special capsules within vacuum-sealed tubes. This reduces air resistance, allowing extremely fast travel speeds. The first successful Hyperloop test took place in Las Vegas, USA, on November 9, 2020, reaching a speed of 161 km/h over a 500-meter track.
India’s Development of Hyperloop Technology
India’s Hyperloop test track is located at the IIT Madras Discovery Campus and has been developed through a collaboration between Indian Railways, the Avishkaar Hyperloop Team of IIT Madras, and TuTr Hyperloop Startup. The initial test runs have started at 100 km/h, with plans to scale up to 600 km/h in future trials.
Hyperloop Technology in Europe
Globally, Hyperloop technology is being explored across several countries. Europe has recently launched the longest Hyperloop test track, aiming to showcase its viability for future transportation networks. Experts predict that by 2050, Europe will have a 10,000 km-long Hyperloop network, revolutionizing transit systems across the continent.
