Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project: The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Ltd (NHSRCL) is working at full pace to operationalise the priority corridor of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) project. The Ministry of Railways has set a target to launch India’s first bullet train by August 2027, operating between Surat and Bilimora in Gujarat. In line with this goal, the NHSRCL has ramped up the construction work across all stations along the corridor, including Bilimora. Bilimora bullet train station location The Bilimora bullet train station is located near Kesali village, on the banks of the Ambika River in Navsari district. The station is well connected through various transport modes: Bilimora Railway Station: 6 km Bilimora Bus Depot: 6 km National Highway NH-360: 2.5 km Salient features of Bilimora bullet train station: Total built-up area: 38,394 sqm Station building comprises of two levels: (a) Ground cum Concourse Level: Parking, pick-up/drop off bays, pedestrian plazas, security check points, waiting lounge, restrooms, lifts, escalators, staircase, kiosks, ticketing counters etc. (b) Platform Level: Two platforms with four tracks 425 m long platform for high speed trains Bilimora bullet train station design Gujarat's Bilimora city is famous for its Mango Orchards. The NHSRCL has based the station façade on the theme of these orchards, reflecting the city’s natural beauty and local essence. In addition, the internal spaces and platform areas are designed to have ample natural light and ventilation. The false ceiling is hung from anti-vibration hangers to isolate the fittings from vibrations of the trains at high speed. Bilimora bullet train station passenger amenities The Bilimora bullet train station will be equipped with modern passenger amenities like waiting lounge, nursery, restrooms, retail outlets etc. Multiple lifts and escalators are being installed for smooth movement across different levels with special attention to the needs of elderly, differently abled and families with children. Bilimora bullet train station to create a green environment The NHSRCL is planting plants and saplings across the Bilimora bullet train station premises to create a green and refreshing environment. "Dedicated pick-up and drop-off zones, separate parking for buses, cars and 2-wheelers, EV parking, etc. are planned for passenger convenience. Blending comfort with sustainability, the station incorporates multiple features of IGBC (Indian Green Building Council) like efficient use of water, rain water harvesting, low flow sanitary fixtures, low heat gain into the interiors, low VOC paints etc," the NHSRCL said in a statement. Bilimora bullet train station progress report In a statement, the NHSRCL said: "Rail and platform slab casting work and structural steel erection of the building is completed. Architectural finishing and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) works are currently in progress." Bilimora bullet train station track works latest update Track works like construction of RC track bed is completed and installation of temporary track using the Rail Laying Car (RLC) is actively progressing at Bilimora bullet train station. "The Rail Laying Car enables transportation of 200-meter welded rail panels from the Track Construction Base (TCB) to the installation site, allowing for mechanised handling and placement of rail panels with minimal manual intervention. To ensure seamless operation of trains at a speed of 320 km/h, survey precision is given paramount importance. State-of-the-art survey instruments of the highest reliability and accuracy are deployed, with all survey stages undergoing multi-level verification. The Reference Pin Survey and Regression Analysis methods are adopted to effectively compensate for minor construction deviations," the NHSRCL said.
