Indian Railways is operating thousands of trains across the country. Crores of people travel in these trains every day. Indian Railways is called the lifeline of the nation. Passengers should not face any kind of problems while traveling in trains. Given this, Indian Railways has made many rules. Apart from this, Indian Railways operates many types of trains across the country. However, today in this news we are going to talk about what is the difference between EMU, DEMU, and MEMU trains. EMU, DEMU, and MEMU trains have been made for short-distance travel. A large number of people travel in it daily in areas like Delhi, and Mumbai. They are also called the lifeline of cities. In this episode, let us know what is the difference between EMU, DEMU, and MEMU trains.
What are EMU trains?
EMU train means Electric Multiple Unit. These trains are operated with electricity with the help of overhead electric wires. These trains run at a speed of about 60 to 100 kilometers. It has a pantograph which works to supply electricity to the engine.
What are MEMU trains?
MEMU trains mean Main Line Electric Multiple Units. It has many great features and advanced technology. MEMU trains travel a distance of more than 200 kilometers.
What are DEMU trains?
DEMU trains mean Diesel Electrical Multiple Units. They are run for short distances. These trains have a power coach after every three coaches.
DEMU trains are very energy efficient. These trains are divided into a total of three categories. The first is Electric DEMU, the second is Diesel Hydraulic DEMU and the third is Mechanical DEMU trains.
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