- India’s IIT Madras is developing the world’s longest Hyperloop tube, measuring 410 meters.
- The project is powered by indigenous technology, with support from the Railway Ministry and ICF Chennai.
- Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is confident that Hyperloop transportation will soon become a reality in India.
How Will This Hyperloop Project Change Transportation?
Hyperloop technology is a revolutionary high-speed train system that operates in a vacuum-sealed tube, drastically reducing travel time. India’s Hyperloop test facility at IIT Madras Discovery Campus is already the longest in Asia, and soon, it will become the world’s longest at 410 meters.
During his visit, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw praised the project’s progress and congratulated the young innovators of IIT Madras and the Avishkar organization. He emphasized that the entire testing system is built using Indian technology, proving the country’s growing expertise in futuristic transportation.
The Railway Ministry and ICF Chennai are providing funding and technical support, ensuring that the Hyperloop’s electronics technology is developed domestically. The ICF factory, which has successfully designed electronics for Vande Bharat high-speed trains, will now contribute to this cutting-edge Hyperloop project.
What’s Next for India’s Innovation in Tech?
Apart from the Hyperloop project, Minister Vaishnaw highlighted India’s advancements in semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and data science. He announced that India’s first indigenously made semiconductor will be ready by the end of this year.
During his visit to IIT Chennai’s Open House 2025, he interacted with students, encouraging them to drive India’s future innovations. He also awarded winners of an innovation competition, reinforcing the government’s support for young talent.
With five semiconductor facilities already operational and India taking the lead in high-tech industries, the Hyperloop project is another step toward making India a global hub for futuristic transportation and technology.
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