Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train project on track, travel time to be cut to 127 minutes

Ahmedabad, Feb 24: India’s first high-speed rail corridor, the Mumbai–Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project, is progressing steadily, with executing agencies expressing confidence about its timely completion.

Officially known as the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project, the 508-kilometre corridor will connect Mumbai and Ahmedabad through 12 stations. Designed for an operational speed of 320 km per hour, the train is expected to cover the distance in just 127 minutes with limited stops, significantly reducing travel time between the two key economic centres.

The project involves extensive engineering works, including around 465 kilometres of viaducts, 28 steel bridges and 25 river bridges. A 21-kilometre tunnel, featuring a 7-kilometre undersea section, is under construction, along with eight mountain tunnels.

Rajesh Agarwal, Principal Chief Project Manager of the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited, said the project will not only enhance connectivity but also boost economic growth, create jobs and promote indigenous high-speed rail technology. He added that similar corridors could be planned in other parts of the country after the successful completion of this flagship venture. Officials maintained that work is progressing at full pace while adhering to safety and quality standards, with the project expected to meet its scheduled deadline.