Sabarmati High-Speed Rail Hub earns IGBC Gold Rating for Sustainable Design

The High-Speed Rail Multi-modal Hub at Sabarmati in Gujarat has been awarded the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) Gold Rating, becoming the first building linked to India’s Bullet Train project to achieve IGBC certification. The recognition marks a major milestone in sustainable infrastructure for India’s upcoming high-speed rail network.

IGBC, India’s leading green building certification body and a founding member of the World Green Building Council, evaluated the project for sustainability, energy efficiency and green performance.

Designed as a modern multi-modal hub, the state-of-the-art building offers seamless connectivity with Sabarmati railway stations, metro, the under-construction Sabarmati Bullet Train station and the Bus Rapid Transport System. The facade features a stainless-steel mural depicting the historic Dandi March, adding cultural significance to the infrastructure.

The building has been designed incorporating various green building features which includes:

Provision of solar panels on the terraces, extensive landscape terraces and gardens, efficient water fixtures, energy efficient air conditioning and lighting fixtures
Energy-efficient lighting and electrical systems
Use of certified Green building materials
Sustainable architectural design
Water efficient low flow plumbing fixtures and rainwater management
Effective waste management practices. Segregation of waste through collection bins
Optimized natural lighting and ventilation

The building is situated on the east side of Sabarmati Bullet Train station and is integrated with three foot overbridges (FOBs) equipped with travellators. These FOBs provide seamless connectivity between Sabarmati Bullet Train station, Sabarmati railway stations, metro station and the BRTS.

It is a twin structure with space earmarked for offices, commercial developments & retail. An aesthetically pleasing concourse at the third-floor level offers amenities like waiting lounges, retail options and restaurants for passenger comfort.

With this recognition, the high speed rail multi-modal hub sets a new benchmark for sustainable transport infrastructure, enhancing passenger experience while reducing environmental impact.