Construction on track for Bullet Train Project in Maharashtra
The construction of the 135 km long elevated section of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train corridor in Maharashtra is advancing, presenting significant challenges due to its complex route. This section, stretching from Shilphata to Zaroli village near the Gujarat-Maharashtra border, passes through 95 villages and towns within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, covering Thane and Palghar districts.
Of the 135 km, 124 km will be elevated, featuring viaducts, bridges, and 11 steel structures. Additionally, seven mountain tunnels will be constructed. The section includes three planned stations—Thane, Virar, and Boisar—as well as a rolling stock depot at Thane.
The alignment will cross several key infrastructures, such as Central and Western Railway lines, the Dedicated Freight Corridor, Mumbai suburban line, and the elevated Mumbai Metro Line 5. It will also span major highways, including National Highway-48 and Mumbai-Agra National Highway-3. Notably, the section will have bridges over four major rivers, with the most challenging being a 460-meter steel bridge over the Ulhas River, the heaviest steel structure in the project. The longest bridge, 2.32 km, will be over the Vaitarna River.
The route touches ecological hotspots like Sanjay Gandhi National Park and Tungareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, prompting special efforts to minimize environmental impact. Proximity to Mumbai has led to other infrastructure projects, including railway lines and highways, in the region.
Construction progress includes nearing completion of geotechnical investigations, ongoing work on mountain tunnels, and the completion of approximately 265 open foundations for pier work. Foundation work has also begun at Boisar and Virar stations.
As this section progresses, it brings the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project closer to revolutionizing travel in the region. Despite engineering challenges and dense populations, the completed section will significantly reduce travel time, enhance regional connectivity, and mark a new era in India's transportation.
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