Lok Sabha Question No. 1939 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2026-02-11
Subject: High-Speed Rail (Bullet Train) Project
Ministry: RAILWAYS
Asked by: Shri P C Mohan, Smt. Mala Roy, Dr. Kalanidhi Veeraswamy

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## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1939 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.02.2026

## HIGH-SPEED RAIL (BULLET TRAIN) PROJECT

## 1939. SHRI P C MOHAN:

SMT . MALA ROY:

DR. KALANIDHI VEERASWAMY:

Will the Minister of RAILWAYS be pleased to state:

- (a)  the  present  status  of  implementation  of  the  High-Speed  Rail  (Bullet Train) project, including progress achieved/percentage of completion in civil works, stations, depots and track infrastructure as on 15.01.2026;
- (b) the details of the timeline of completion/operational of the said project;
- (c)  the  key  milestones  completed  since  inception  of  the  project  and  the status of the initial operational corridor;
- (d)  whether  there  is  any  delay/cost  overrun/technical  challenges  faced during  the  implementation  of  the  said  project  and  if  so,  the  details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor, State-wise;
- (e)  whether components such as rolling stock, signalling systems, tracks and  electrical  equipment  are  being  manufactured  in  India  under  the 'Make in India' initiative and the details thereof;
- (f)  the  countries  and  international  agencies  collaborating  with  India  on technology transfer, financing, funding, term of repayment and technical  support  for  this  project  particularly  share  of  Japanese  loan assistance;
- (g)  the  manner  in  which  this  project  is  expected  to  strengthen  domestic manufacturing capabilities and high-speed rail expertise in the country;
- (h) the number of people displaced or affected due to land acquisition for the  project  and  the  compensation/rehabilitation  measures  undertaken for them;
- (i)  the  details  of  the  expected passenger capacity, ticket pricing strategy and projected financial viability of the project once operational; and
- (j)  the  steps  being  taken  to  ensure  transparency,  timely  completion  and accountability in the project management of this initiative?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF RAILWAYS, INFORMATION & BROADCASTING AND

## ELECTRONICS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (SHRI ASHWINI VAISHNAW)

(a)  to  (j):  Presently,  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.

Entire land (1389.5 Ha.) for MAHSR project has been acquired. All Statutory Clearances have been obtained.  All 1651 utilities have been shifted. The delay  in  land  acquisition  in  the  State  of  Maharashtra  has  impacted  the project till 2021. The land acquisition picked up in 2022 in Maharashtra.

The progress of various major items so far is as under:

## Gujarat:

| Item                   | Progress   |
|------------------------|------------|
| Foundation             | 352 kms.   |
| Piers                  | 352 kms.   |
| Girder Casting         | 342 kms.   |
| Girder Launching       | 331 kms.   |
| Track Bed Construction | 152 kms.   |
| OHE Masts Erection     | 121 kms.   |

## Maharashtra:

| Item             | Progress   |
|------------------|------------|
| Foundation       | 74 kms.    |
| Piers            | 65 kms.    |
| Girder Casting   | 9 kms.     |
| Girder Launching | 3 kms.     |

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.

17 river bridges have been completed. Work is in advance stage for 4 major river bridges (Narmada, 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.

Civil works at Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) are progressing satisfactorily. Excavation  works  have  achieved  about  91%  progress,  and  concreting works are at various stages, with 100% completion of the basement slab at Level-4.  The  work  of  the  under-sea  tunnel  (approximately  21  km)  has commenced, out of which 4.8 km of tunnel between Ghansoli and Shilphata in Maharashtra has been completed.

The  experience  and  technical  capabilities  being  developed  through  the MAHSR  project,  particularly  in  track  construction,  advanced  signalling, Rolling Stock manufacturing & maintenance, project management etc. are expected to provide a strong foundation for future high-speed rail corridors in  the  country.  With  gain  of  such  expertise,  India  will  strengthen  its position for planning and decision making in HSR Sector.

In  line  with  the  Make  in  India  and  Aatmanirbhar  Bharat  initiatives,  Indian Railways is promoting indigenous manufacturing of high-speed rail systems and components to reduce import dependence. Building on the success of Vande Bharat, Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in collaboration with M/s Bharat Earth  Movers  Limited  (BEML)  is  designing  and  manufacturing  high-speed train sets with a design speed of 280 kmph.

Land acquisition for the project has been carried out in accordance with applicable laws, and affected persons have been compensated as per the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act and relevant State policies. Rehabilitation  and  resettlement  measures,  including  additional  benefits and solatium, have been undertaken in coordination with State Governments.

The  MAHSR  corridor  is designed  for high-frequency operations with substantial passenger-carrying capacity.

Ticket pricing is proposed to be competitive with respect to existing rail/air travel options.

The viability of the project has been assessed on a long-term basis, taking into account projected passenger demand, economic benefits, time savings and regional development.

Bullet  train  project  is  a  very  complex  and  technology  intensive  Project. Considering  the  highest  level  of  safety  and  associated  maintenance protocols,  Bullet  train  project  has  been  designed  with  the  support  of Japanese  railway.  It  is  customized  for  Indian  requirements  and  climatic conditions. Timelines for the completion of the project can be reasonably ascertained after the completion of all associated works of Civil Structures, Track, Electrical, Signalling, Telecommunication and supply of Trainsets.

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