Shri Vivek Kumar Gupta, Managing Director of National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited, inspected the construction site of Mumbai’s underground Bullet Train station at BKC. He reviewed the progress of the station, which will be 30 metres below ground. Approximately 41% of the excavation work for this key station has been completed.
Introduction:
- Progress Update: The BKC station will be the only underground station on the Bullet Train route and will be situated approximately 30 metres below ground. As of now, around 41% of the excavation work has been completed, showcasing steady progress.
- Project Significance: This inspection is part of NHSRCL’s ongoing efforts to ensure that the construction remains on track and meets the high standards expected from such a landmark infrastructure project.
Some Recent Update of Bullet Train:
In Oct: The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train corridor advanced the facilities at its stations, ensuring passenger comfort and safety. With the installation of the first escalators at Anand Station, a total of 90 energy-efficient escalators will be deployed across 12 stations, featuring cutting-edge safety measures like emergency stop buttons and dress guards.
In Oct: The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project marks a significant achievement with the completion of a 210-metre long PSC bridge over NH-48 in Navsari, Gujarat. Additionally, the construction of India’s first 7 km undersea tunnel as part of a 21 km stretch in Maharashtra progresses rapidly, showcasing advanced tunnelling techniques.
In Sep: The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project has achieved a major milestone with the completion of 1000 Full Span Box Girders each at Vadodara and Vapi casting yards. These girders, crucial for the viaduct construction, highlight India’s engineering prowess, with 213 km of the viaduct already completed across Gujarat using advanced launching techniques.
Conclusion:
With approximately 41% of the excavation work completed at BKC, the underground Bullet Train station is steadily progressing toward completion. Shri Vivek Kumar Gupta’s visit reinforces NHSRCL’s commitment to precision and excellence, bringing India closer to realising its high-speed rail vision.
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