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India's First Indigenous High-Speed Rail Corridor to Link Ahmedabad, Dholera
13 May
Summary
- New 134-km semi-high-speed rail line approved for Gujarat.
- Project estimated at Rs 20,667 crore, aiming for 200 kmph speeds.
- It's India's first semi-high-speed corridor using indigenous technology.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the construction of a 134-km semi-high-speed double rail line connecting Ahmedabad and Dholera in Gujarat. This significant infrastructure project is estimated to cost Rs 20,667 crore and is slated for completion within four years. It represents a milestone as India's first semi-high-speed corridor to be developed using indigenous technology.
This new corridor is designed to enhance connectivity between Ahmedabad, the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR), the Dholera Airport, and the Lothal National Maritime Heritage Complex. With an operational speed of 200 kmph, travel time between Sarkhej and Dholera is expected to reduce to approximately 34 minutes, facilitating daily commutes and same-day return trips.
The project aligns with the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor and is anticipated to spur regional development. Beyond improved passenger mobility, the railway line is projected to deliver substantial environmental advantages. These include reduced logistics costs, lower oil imports by an estimated 0.48 crore litres, and a decrease in carbon dioxide emissions by around 2 crore kg.
