The construction project of the much-anticipated Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train is ongoing in full swing. Authorities, concerned departments, and appointed staff are completing crucial steps of the project and marking new developments consecutively. Recently, a portion of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train’s tunnel excavation work has been completed and here is all the necessary information about it.
All About Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train’s Heading Of Tunnel Excavation
Taking to the X platform, National High-Speed Rail Corporation Ltd (NHSRCL) shared clips of Mumbai’s latest tunnel excavation work.
Latest update from the 21km long tunnel excavation work in Mumbai! After the completion of the 394 meter long ADIT tunnel leading to two additional faces for excavation, about 700 meters of Heading of tunnel excavation from these two faces through ADIT access has been completed . pic.twitter.com/aZSiQ0IEgD
— NHSRCL (@nhsrcl) September 26, 2024
The video shared by NHSRCL shows glimpses of the ongoing construction of the big-budget railway project. It gives a sneak peek of the tunnel excavation work and the present condition as well. Just a few months back, the work on the 394-metre-long Additionally Driven Intermediate Tunnel leading to two additional faces for excavation marked its completion.
The most recent update of the highly significant 21 km-long tunnel excavation work in Mumbai is the completion of its 700 metres of tunnel excavation. According to the information provided on X, around 700 metres of Heading of tunnel excavation from these two faces via ADIT (Additionally Driven Intermediate Tunnel) access is now completed. This portion is excavated.
The execution of this important tunnel excavation work in Mumbai symbolises a noticeable step in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train’s construction project. It is an incredible step to reduce any unnecessary congestion in the city to work on this necessary project. More days are a requisite for the tunnel’s entire completion.
More About The Important Project
It will take a few more years to complete the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project. NHSRCL is working to wrap up its delivery by the second half of 2028. With the inauguration and beginning of operations, the train will significantly reduce the overall travel time between both cities. Presently, the fastest train running on this route is the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express. This train journey takes about five and a half hours.
All teams related to this project are prioritising improved infrastructure, faster speed, accessibility, safety, and more such wonderful facilities for passengers.
Are you excited to travel on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train?
Cover Image Courtesy: X/ NHSRCL (@nhsrcl)
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