The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project is moving forward quickly under the National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL). With financial support from Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), work is happening on multiple fronts. The project aims to reduce travel time between Mumbai and Ahmedabad to about 2 hours and 7 minutes.
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When will the Bullet Train start running
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the first section between Surat and Bilimora is expected to be operational by August 2027. The Thane-Ahmedabad section will likely open by 2028, and the full line will be ready by 2029. India is also developing its own indigenous train, codenamed B28, which will undergo high-speed trials by August 2027.
Current status of construction and stations
About 60% of the corridor work is complete, and track laying has started using the Japanese J-Slab system. The Vadodara high-speed station is being built near Pratapganj and is expected to be finished by August 2026. In Surat, the station facade is being designed with a diamond shape, and a 27-hectare rolling stock depot for maintenance is nearly ready.
Key technical updates and milestones
| Feature/Area | Current Status/Detail |
|---|---|
| Maximum Speed | 320 km/h |
| Sabarmati Bridge | Advanced stage, height of 12-storey building |
| BKC Tunnel | 5 km of 21 km tunnel excavated using NATM |
| Viaduct Work | 345 km viaduct and 435 km pier work completed |
| Indigenous Train | B28 model to run at 280 km/h by mid-2028 |
| Sea Section | 7 km under Thane Creek using TBM |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the expected travel time between Mumbai and Ahmedabad?
The Bullet Train will run at a maximum speed of 320 km/h and is expected to cover the distance between Mumbai and Ahmedabad in approximately 2 hours and 7 minutes.
When will the first section of the Bullet Train open for passengers?
The first section between Surat and Bilimora is expected to be operational by August 2027, with the indigenous B28 train potentially available by mid-2028.
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