Executive Summary:
The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) project, a 508 km corridor, is under execution with assistance from the Government of Japan, passing through Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Dadra Nagar Haveli. The project faced initial delays due to land acquisition in Maharashtra, but all land acquisition and statutory clearances have been obtained. The Gujarat portion of the corridor is planned for completion by December 2027, and the entire project is expected to be completed by December 2029.
Key Points / Main Content:
Project Overview:
* The MAHSR project spans 508 km.
* It involves technical and financial assistance from the Government of Japan.
* The corridor passes through Gujarat, Maharashtra, and the Union Territory of Dadra Nagar Haveli.
* 12 stations are planned at Mumbai, Thane, Virar, Boisar, Vapi, Billimora, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand, Ahmedabad, and Sabarmati.
Progress Summary:
* All land required (1389.5 Ha.) for the project has been acquired.
* All statutory clearances related to wildlife, CRZ, and forest have been obtained.
* All civil contracts have been awarded, with 24 out of 28 tender packages awarded.
* All 1651 utilities have been shifted.
Construction Progress:
* Foundation: 406 km completed (350 km in Gujarat, 56 km in Maharashtra).
* Piers: 395 km completed (350 km in Gujarat, 45 km in Maharashtra).
* Girder Casting: 333.67 km completed (332 km in Gujarat, 1.67 km in Maharashtra).
* Girder Launching: 312.16 km completed (312 km in Gujarat, 0.16 km in Maharashtra).
* Track laying has started in 127 km of viaduct, and OHE masts erection has commenced.
* Foundation work is completed at 8 stations.
* Foundation work is in progress at 3 stations in Maharashtra.
* Excavation work at BKC station is near completion, and casting of base slab started.
* 16 river bridges have been completed.
* Work is in progress on 5 major river bridges in Gujarat and 4 in Maharashtra.
* Work on Depots at Thane, Surat, and Sabarmati is ongoing.
* The work of the only tunnel in Gujarat has been completed.
* 4.0 km of the undersea tunnel between Ghansoli and Shilphata in Maharashtra has been completed.
Timeline:
* The Gujarat portion (Vapi to Sabarmati) is planned to be completed by December 2027.
* The entire project (BKC to Sabarmati) is expected to be completed by December 2029.
Impact Analysis:
Government of India:
Impact: Oversees the project's execution and provides financial support.
Action Required: Monitor progress, address challenges, and ensure timely completion.
Ministry of Railways:
Impact: Responsible for the project's implementation and coordination.
Action Required: Ensure efficient execution of the project, address any bottlenecks, and provide necessary resources.
Government of Japan:
Impact: Provides technical and financial assistance for the project.
Action Required: Continue providing support and expertise for the project.
States of Gujarat and Maharashtra:
Impact: Host the project and benefit from improved connectivity.
Action Required: Support the project's implementation, ensure smooth coordination, and address any local issues.
Union Territory of Dadra Nagar Haveli:
Impact: Part of the project's corridor.
Action Required: Support the project's implementation and ensure smooth coordination.
Project Contractors:
Impact: Responsible for the construction and execution of various project components.
Action Required: Execute the project according to the agreed timelines and quality standards.
Key Entities Referenced
Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor: A high-speed rail project between Mumbai, Maharashtra and Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
SHRI ASHWINI VAISHNAW: Minister of Railways, Information Broadcasting and Electronics Information Technology.
Government of Japan: Provides technical and financial assistance to the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project.
Gujarat: One of the states through which the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor passes.
Maharashtra: One of the states through which the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor passes.
Dadra Nagar Haveli: A Union Territory through which the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor passes.
Coastal Regulation Zone: Regulatory zone that required clearance for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project.
Bandra Kurla Complex: Starting point of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
LOK SABHA
UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2949
TO BE ANSWERED ON 06.08.2025
MUMBAI-AHMEDABAD HIGH SPEED RAIL CORRIDOR
2949. SHRI JAI PRAKASH:
Will the Minister of RAILWAYS be pleased to state:
(a) the current status with regard to the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High
Speed Rail Corridor;
(b) whether the most ambitious rail project is running behind its
schedule;
(c) if so, the details thereof; and
(d) the time by which the Government is likely to commence its trial
run?
ANSWER
MINISTER OF RAILWAYS, INFORMATION & BROADCASTING AND
ELECTRONICS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(SHRI ASHWINI VAISHNAW)
(a) to (d): The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project
(508 km) is under execution with technical and financial assistance
from Government of Japan. The Project is passing through the States of
Gujarat, Maharashtra and Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli with
12 stations planned at Mumbai, Thane, Virar, Boisar, Vapi, Billimora,
Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand, Ahmedabad and Sabarmati.
The delay in land acquisition in the State of Maharashtra impacted the
project till 2021. Thereafter, the land acquition picked up, currently,
entire land (1389.5 Ha.) for MAHSR project has been acquired.
All Statutory Clearances relating to wildlife, Coastal Regulation Zone
(CRZ) and Forest clearance have been obtained. All the civil contracts
of the project have been awarded. Out of total 28 tender packages, 24
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tender packages have been awarded. All 1651 utilities have been
shifted.
The progress of various major items so far is as under:
Item Progress
Gujarat Maharashtra Total
Foundation 350 kms. 56 kms. 406 Kms.
Piers 350 kms. 45 kms. 395 Kms.
Girder Casting 332 kms. 1.67 kms. 333.67 kms.
Girder Launching 312 kms. 0.16 kms. 312.16 Kms.
Track laying has started in 127 km of viaduct and erection of OHE
masts have also been commenced.
Out of total 12 stations, foundation works has been completed at 8
stations (Vapi, Bilimora, Surat, Bharuch, Anand, Vadodara, Ahmedabad,
and Sabarmati). In Maharashtra section, foundation work is in progress
at 3 stations (Thane, Virar, Boisar) and excavation work at BKC station
is near completion and Casting of base slab started.
16 river bridges have been completed. Work is in advance stage at 5
major river bridges (Narmada, Vishwamitri, Mahi, Tapti and Sabarmati)
in Gujarat & in progress in 4 river bridges in Maharashtra. Work on
Depots (Thane, Surat and Sabarmati) is in full swing.
Work of the only tunnel in Gujarat has been completed. The work of the
under-sea tunnel (21Km approx.) has started. Out of which, 4.0 km
tunnel between Ghansoli and Shilphata in Maharashtra has been
completed.
The Gujarat portion of the corridor between Vapi and Sabarmati is
planned to be completed by December 2027. The entire project {Bandra
Kurla Complex (BKC) to Sabarmati section} is expected to be
completed by December 2029. However, Bullet train project is a very
complex and technology intensive Project. Exact timelines for the
completion of the project can be reasonably ascertained after the
completion of all associated works of Civil Structures, Track, Electrical,
Signaling & Telecommunication and supply of Trainsets.
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