India’s First Bullet Train to Run by August 2027:
India is preparing to enter a new era of high-speed rail connectivity, with the country’s first bullet train expected to become operational by August 2027, according to Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The announcement was made at the first-ever Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Mehsana, Gujarat, marking a major milestone in India’s journey toward becoming a Viksit Bharat. The Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR), popularly known as India’s bullet train project, is among the most ambitious infrastructure projects undertaken by the Indian Railways. Once operational, it will connect Mumbai in Maharashtra with Ahmedabad in Gujarat, covering approximately 508 kilometers at speeds of up to 320 km/h. Announcing the new timeline, Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the bullet train will be operational by August 2027, symbolizing India’s transition into a technologically advanced, efficient, and eco-friendly transportation era.The project is being implemented by the National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) with technical and financial assistance from Japan
