First Section of 21km Undersea Tunnel of Bullet Train Project Opens in Maharashtra

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project has achieved a significant milestone with the opening of the first section of the 21-km undersea tunnel between Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) and Thane. This marks a key advancement in India’s first high-speed rail corridor.

The project has also successfully completed 310 km of viaduct construction, while other critical works such as track laying, construction of overhead electrical systems, bridges, and stations are progressing rapidly.

Construction activities in Maharashtra, initially slower, have now gained strong momentum. Simultaneously, the procurement of advanced systems for operations and train control is underway, ensuring the bullet train project remains on track for timely completion.

Rolling Stock: Japanese Shinkansen is currently running E5 trains. Next generation trains are E10. In the spirit of strategic partnership between Japan and India, the Japanese government has agreed to introduce E10 Shinkansen trains in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet train project. It is noteworthy that E10 will be introduced simultaneously in India and Japan.

Japanese Technology: The entire 508 km corridor is being developed with Japanese Shinkansen technology. It will set new benchmarks for speed, safety, and reliability. This reflects the deep strategic and technological cooperation between India and Japan.

Construction at Rapid Pace: Civil works are progressing at a rapid pace across the alignment. 310 km viaduct is constructed. 15 river bridges are completed and 4 are in the advanced stages of construction. Out of 12 stations, 5 are completed and 3 more are now reaching completion stage. The station at BKC is an engineering marvel. The station will be located 32.5 m below ground and the foundation is designed to support the construction of a 95 m high building above ground.

Future Corridors in Pipeline: The success of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) project is laying the foundation for future bullet train corridors in India. Future corridors are also under active consideration.