Jan 02, 2026
India is set to witness a historic milestone in its transport infrastructure as the country’s first Bullet Train is expected to begin operations on August 15, 2027, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Thursday.
The groundbreaking project, spanning 508 km between Mumbai and Ahmedabad, promises to revolutionise inter-city travel, cutting journey times significantly while introducing world-class high-speed rail standards in India.
Bullet Train Route and Opening Phases
According to Minister Vaishnaw, the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor will be inaugurated in stages:
- Surat to Bilimora – first section to open
- Vapi to Surat – next phase
- Vapi to Ahmedabad – third stage
- Thane to Ahmedabad – subsequent phase
- Mumbai to Ahmedabad – final stretch
He added, “Buy a Bullet Train ticket as on Independence Day in 2027; the country will get its first Bullet Train.”
This phased launch will ensure smooth operations while gradually connecting key cities including Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Bharuch, Surat, Vapi, Thane, and Mumbai.
Vande Bharat Express Inspires Confidence
Vaishnaw highlighted the success of the Vande Bharat Express, noting that it has created “a new sense of confidence across the country” for high-speed trains.
He also mentioned plans to introduce Vande Bharat Sleeper trains, offering the same comfort, safety, and standards ..
