India Races Ahead in Hyperloop Tech With 410m Tube, Longest in the World; Minister Shares Video | WATCH

Chennai: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently visited the Hyperloop testing facility at IIT Madras, where he announced that India's Hyperloop tube would soon become the world's longest, stretching 410 meters in length. Currently, this facility holds the title of Asia’s longest Hyperloop test tube.

The Hyperloop technology, conceptualized by Elon Musk in 2013, is a futuristic high-speed transportation system that uses vacuum-sealed tubes to propel pods at speeds over 1,000 km/h. This innovation has been expected to revolutionize travel by making it faster, more efficient, and environmentally friendly.

During his visit, Vaishnaw disclosed plans to manufacture electronic components for the Hyperloop at Chennai’s Integral Coach Factory. He emphasized India’s commitment to indigenous technology development.

‘Longest Hyperloop Tube in Asia’

Sharing a live demonstration on Instagram, he wrote, “Longest Hyperloop tube in Asia (410 m)… soon to be the world’s longest.”

The Ministry of Railways allocated ₹8.34 crore to IIT Madras in May 2022 to advance indigenous development and validation of Hyperloop technology. Expressing optimism, the Union Minister stated that the entire testing system had been developed using indigenous technologies.

“I congratulate all the young innovators for this achievement,” he said.

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Commending IIT Madras for its innovation, he remarked, “This place is so full of energy that I cannot describe it. I’m so happy to see young, energetic engineers working on this new technology and doing new experiments. We are providing only small help. I think this will really lead us to some good solutions for the country, for our people, for our start-ups, and for the world of technology as well.”

Hyperloop Advancements in India

IIT Madras has been at the forefront of Hyperloop research for the past seven years. Its cutting-edge facilities, including a 422-meter-long student-run Hyperloop test tube at Discovery Campus, have significantly contributed to technological advancements. The institute recently hosted Asia’s first Global Hyperloop Competition, supported by the Ministry of Railways.

Meanwhile, TuTr Hyperloop, a deep-tech incubated startup at IIT Madras, has been set to launch the world’s first commercial Hyperloop technology-based project in India next month. This milestone marks a significant step toward Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047.

Hyperloop has been considered the fifth mode of transportation, allowing high-speed travel in a near-vacuum tube. By minimizing air resistance, the capsule has been able to reach speeds exceeding 1,000 km/h, transforming the future of mobility.