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India Gazette
16-06-2025
- Automotive
- India Gazette
100 m-long 'Make in India' steel bridge launched over DFC tracks for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project
Bharuch (Gujarat) [India], June 16 (ANI): In a significant step forward for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project, a 100-metre-long steel bridge has been successfully launched over the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) tracks near Bharuch in Gujarat, according to a press release by National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) statement. This is the eighth steel bridge completed for the project out of the planned 17 steel bridges in Gujarat and 28 for the entire corridor. The bridge, weighing approximately 1,400 metric tonnes, stands 14.6 metres tall and spans 14.3 metres wide. It was fabricated in Trichy and transported to the launch site using specially designed trailers. The structure was launched with the help of an 84-metre-long launching nose, weighing around 600 metric tonnes. The fabrication utilised approximately 55,300 Tor-Shear Type High Strength (TTHS) bolts with C5 system painting and elastomeric bearings designed for a 100-year lifespan. The bridge was assembled at the site at a height of 18 m from the ground on temporary trestles and pulled with the automatic mechanism of 2 semi-automatic jacks, each with a capacity of 250 tons, using mac-alloy bars. The launch was meticulously executed with carefully planned traffic blocks on the DFC tracks. These blocks were implemented in phases to ensure safety while minimising disruption to freight movement. India's first Bullet Train corridor between Mumbai and Ahmedabad has reached a significant construction milestone with the successful completion of 300 km of viaducts. This achievement was marked by the launching of a 40 m long full-span box girder near Surat, Gujarat, according to the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) statement. NHSRCL said, 'Out of 300 km of superstructure, 257.4 km is constructed through Full Span Launching Method (FSLM) including 14 river bridges, 37.8 km through Span by Span (SBS), 0.9 km steel bridges (10 spans ranging from 60 to 130 m in 7 bridges), 1.2 km PSC bridges (20 spans ranging from 40 to 80 m in 5 bridges) and 2.7 km in station building.' For constructing 257.4 km of viaduct through FSLM and 37.8 km of viaduct through SBS, 6455 & 925 spans of 40 m each, respectively, were used. (ANI)
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
In just 15 years! China builds world's largest bullet train network; where does India stand on high-speed rail?
This is a representative AI image China has created the world's largest high-speed rail network in just 15 years. China has rapidly built 47,000 kilometers of high-speed tracks, connecting nearly every major city. With trains running above 300 km/h, journeys like Beijing to Shanghai now take just over three hours. Backed by domestic innovation and global expansion, China's rail network is said to be unmatched in scale and speed. Bullet train network : Where does India stand? While Europe's high-speed rail network took decades to build, India's first bullet train is still under construction nearly eight years after work began in 2017. As of June 2025, India has completed only 300 kilometers of viaducts along the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor, as per reports. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) project, launched in 2017 with Japanese collaboration, aims to cut travel time between two major financial hubs from over seven hours to under three. The first phase, from Sabarmati to Vapi, is expected to begin operations by 2028, with full connectivity to Mumbai projected by 2030. Pic credit: PIB Ahmedabad Out of the 300 km of bullet train viaduct built so far, 257.4 km has been constructed using the Full Span Launching Method (FSLM). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Miles de familias en Colombia están usando esta cámara para proteger su hogar VigiCam Undo The project also boasts 14 river bridges, seven steel bridges, and five prestressed concrete bridges. Indian Railways ' Integral Coach Factory (ICF) is in the process of making India's first high-speed train in collaboration with BEML. To build the FSLM and SBS sections, 6,455 and 925 spans of 40 meters each were used, respectively. Track-laying has also begun, with about 157 km of reinforced concrete (RC) track bed completed in Gujarat. These train sets with domestic design and production, capable of reaching test speeds of 280 kmph, will set a new milestone in India's advancement towards high-speed rail transport. The coaches will be equipped with complete air-conditioning and Chair Car setup, incorporating contemporary passenger facilities including adjustable rotating seats, dedicated spaces for travelers with limited mobility, and entertainment systems throughout the journey, delivering optimal comfort to passengers. The project is also environmentally focused, with over 300,000 noise barriers and zero direct emissions expected. While civil works are nearly done at six of the eight stations in Gujarat, progress near Mumbai, particularly the Bandra Kurla Complex underground terminus, lags behind. With the first passenger service targeted by 2028 and full-scale operations by 2030, India's bullet train is no longer a distant dream, but it still has a long track to cover. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India's first bullet train from Mumbai-Ahmedabad likely by 2028
India's dream of a high-speed bullet train is no longer just a futuristic fantasy — it's speeding closer to reality! As per the latest news reports, the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor, often dubbed India's bullet train project, is making rapid progress. Officials are eyeing the first run in Gujarat by 2028, with full connectivity to Mumbai expected by 2030. This project promises to transform travel between two of India's busiest cities, slashing journey times from over 7 hours to under 3! The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) recently hit a major milestone — they've built 300 kilometers of viaducts along the 508-km route. Most of this viaduct construction (about 257 km) was done using the Full Span Launching Method (FSLM), a fancy engineering technique that lets builders place massive 40-meter-long concrete segments swiftly — up to ten times faster than traditional ways! The rest was built with the Span-by-Span (SBS) method. Read more: 10 national parks in South India you probably haven't explored yet By 2028, operations are expected to begin between Sabarmati and Vapi in Gujarat, with a gradual extension to Mumbai by 2030. In order to make this bullet train a success, NHSRCL is also hard at work calculating how many people will board and setting prices. Japan and India have partnered on this huge project, with financial and technical assistance from the Japanese government. By connecting commercial centres and reducing travel inconveniences, the bullet train is transforming India's travel experience. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo It is not only about speed. The corridor will zip past key spots like Bandra Kurla Complex, Thane, Virar, Surat, Vadodara, Anand, Ahmedabad, and finally Sabarmati. Along the way, stations are being built with stylish themes to offer a modern yet local vibe. Read more: Time travel: 5 Indian states with cities that feel frozen in the past Other progress highlights include the completion of hundreds of kilometers of piers, foundations, and track beds, plus the start of track laying in Gujarat. State-of-the-art rolling stock depots are also taking shape to house the sleek bullet trains once they arrive. All things considered, the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project is rushing headlong into the future, promising quicker commutes, increased economic growth, and a new era of rail travel in India. Are you prepared to take the bullet? One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
India Today
24-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
India's first bullet train station in Surat ready, trials next year: Government
India's ambitious bullet train project between Mumbai and Ahmedabad is well and truly on track as the country's first station in Gujarat's Surat is almost ready, Union Minister Harsh Sanghvi announced on Saturday. The minister said that trial runs will begin next year while full operations could begin in 2029."India's first bullet train station in Surat is almost ready. Trial runs will begin next year, and full service is expected by 2029," the Minister of State for Home, Industries, Transport, Youth and Sports announced on Twitter. He also shared the latest pictures of the Surat station along with those of various sections of the tracks currently under His post came just days after the National High Speed Rail Corporation (NHSRCL) said that 300 km of viaducts, the elevated sections that will carry the high-speed line, were completed with the launch of a 40-metre-long girder near Gujarat's diamond city. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw called it a big push for the 508-km-long corridor. "This is a first for Indian infrastructure, reflecting India's growing capabilities in high-speed rail technology with the support of the Japanese government," Vaishnaw the 300 km of the superstructure, 257.4 km is constructed through the Full Span Launching Method (FSLM), with 14 river bridges, and 37.8 km is built through Span by Span (SBS), 0.9 km of steel bridges, 1.2 km PSC bridges and 2.7 km in station building, the NHSRCL said. advertisement Apart from the viaducts, the work for around 383 km of pier work, 401 km of foundation and 326 km of girder casting has been finished for the bullet train project. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor project is going to be constructed at a cost of Rs 1.08 lakh crore. As the shareholding pattern goes, the government will pay Rs 10,000 crore to the NHSRCL, while Rs 5,000 crore each is to be paid by Gujarat and Maharashtra, the two states involved in the project.(With inputs from PTI.)Trending Reel
India Today
21-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
As bullet train project hits milestone, why Maharashtra must catch up with Gujarat
India's first-ever bullet train project between Mumbai and Ahmedabad has reached a crucial milestone: 300 km of the viaduct—the elevated sections that will carry the high-speed line—has been completed. Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw called it a big push to the 508-km-long corridor, which has been ailing as work in Maharashtra lags much behind that in here on, it's a race against time to open the first, limited stretch in Gujarat sometime next year. The viaduct stretch was completed with a 40 m full span launched from Surat. The largest portion of that—some 257 km—has been constructed with the Full Span Launching Method (FSLM), which is many times faster than traditional construction methods. Another 42.6 km involves SBS (steel building solutions) and PSC (pre-stressed concrete) bridges and segments at station difference between Gujarat and Maharashtra is still glaring. Out of Gujarat's share of 352 km, casting of girders to a tune of 100 per cent and launching of over 299 km has been done. In Maharashtra, which is the only state where the train line extends 156 km, some 51 km of foundations and 36.68 km of piersare ready. While piling, earthwork for the underground BKC station in Mumbai has reportedly been completed, girder work has not the 12 stations, eight are in Gujarat: Vapi, Bilimora, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand/Nadiad, Ahmedabad and Sabarmati. All have had foundations finished; three are being prepared for finishingtouches. The four Mumbai stations—BKC, Thane, Virar and Boisar—are yetto witness the foundation work as well. The project is also serving as a testing ground for local engineering capabilities. Most of the equipment, such as straddle carriers, launching and bridge gantries, and girder transporters have been designed and built in India, in accordance with the government's Make in India push. Twenty-seven casting yards have been established, and steel bridge components are being produced in workshops from Gujarat to West address issues related to noise, over 300,000 sound barriers have been erected. Apart from this, work on the reinforced concrete track base is also in progress, with 157 km of track being laid out in Gujarat. Depots for the Japanese Shinkansen trains are being constructed in both states as well as stations intended to provide convenient, multi-type big question: how quickly can Maharashtra catch up? Many hurdles remain, including the slow pace of land acquisition and political clearances in urban areas like Mumbai. Besides full coordination between the two states looks way off. But with 300 km of viaducts now in place, India's bullet train dream is a step closer to reality. It's climbing, inch by inch, up and over the to India Today Magazine
