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India's Bullet Train Vision: 7 New Lines by 2027
3 Feb
Summary
- Seven bullet train projects to have DPRs by 2026-27.
- Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train set to launch next year.
- Revenue targets for FY27 revised downwards despite traffic growth.
The Indian railways ministry has set an ambitious target to complete detailed project reports for seven new bullet train lines and a dedicated freight corridor by the 2026-27 fiscal year. This forward-looking plan signals a significant push towards modernizing the nation's rail infrastructure.
Anticipation is high for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project, which is expected to commence operations within the next year, marking a major milestone. Concurrently, budget allocations include provisions for the introduction of additional new high-speed trains, further enhancing travel possibilities.
Despite a notable increase in passenger traffic, the revenue targets set for the fiscal year 2027 have undergone a downward revision. This adjustment reflects evolving economic projections and strategic financial planning within the railway sector.
