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India’s first bullet train to run in August 2027, says Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet train latest update: The 508-km long Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) project is under execution with technical and financial assistance from Government of Japan.

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet train corridor will have 12 stations. (Image: NHSRCL)

Bullet train in India: The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) is working in full swing for the completion of India’s first bullet train project. The country’s first bullet train will pass though – Gujarat, Maharashtra and the Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli. The 508-km long Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) project is under execution with technical and financial assistance from Government of Japan.

Bullet train in India start date

On Thursday, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the first bullet train in India will run in August 2027. He also added that the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project is in progress in Gujarat division.

Earlier, the Railway Minister stated that the entire project is expected to be completed by December, 2029. The Railway Minister further added that the bullet train services will be extended to Thane by 2028 and will finally reach Mumbai by 2029.

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India’s first bullet train route

The country’s first bullet train will run from Surat to Bilimora. The stretch is a part of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor.

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Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet train stations

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet train corridor will have 12 stations. These are: Mumbai, Thane, Virar, Boisar, Vapi, Billimora, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand, Ahmedabad and Sabarmati.

Mumbai Ahmedabad Bullet train cost

The total estimated cost of MAHSR project is Rs 1,08,000 crore (approximately). Of these, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is funding 81% of the project cost i.e. Rs. 88,000 crores. Balance 19% cost i.e. Rs. 20,000 crores will be funded through equity contribution from Ministry of Railways (50%) and State Governments of Maharashtra (25%) and Gujarat (25%). Till June 30, 2025, the Cumulative Financial expenditure of Rs. 78,839/- crore has been incurred on the project.

Anish Mondal

Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More

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