Shri Vivek Kumar Gupta, MD of NHSRCL, conducted a site inspection of ambitious Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project locations in Surat. His visit involves the Casting Yard, Tapti River bridge site, and Track Slab Manufacturing Facility, with a focus on maintaining construction speed, quality control, and on-ground coordination for India’s first high-speed rail corridor.
Introduction:
In a significant step, Shri Vivek Kumar Gupta, Managing Director of the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL), visited several important construction sites in Surat connected to India’s first high-speed rail project — the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Corridor.
The visit aimed to review the speed of construction, assess quality control measures, and make sure that safety and technical standards are being maintained across all major components of the project.
Key Locations Inspected:
- Casting Yard – Surat– Shri Gupta began his visit at the Casting Yard in Surat, a crucial hub for fabricating pre-cast segments used in viaduct construction. This facility plays a vital role in maintaining the supply chain efficiency required for timely erection of segments across the corridor.
- Tapti River Bridge Site– One of the most technically challenging segments of the corridor, the Tapti River bridge is being constructed with careful attention to design precision and environmental safeguards. The MD reviewed structural progress, assessed riverbed works, and discussed risk mitigation strategies with site engineers.
- Track Slab Manufacturing Facility– Shri Gupta also visited the Track Slab Manufacturing Facility, where high-precision pre-cast track slabs are being produced using state-of-the-art techniques. These slabs are integral to the Japanese Shinkansen-based slab track system being implemented for the bullet train corridor.
Focus on Timelines and Quality:
During his inspection, Shri Gupta emphasized adherence to project timelines, along with an uncompromising commitment to construction quality. He interacted with engineers, supervisors, and quality control teams to gather ground-level insights and reviewed progress reports in detail.
The NHSRCL MD stressed that synchronization between various executing agencies, suppliers, and on-site workers is essential for delivering the project on schedule.
Accelerating India’s High-Speed Rail Vision:
- The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor, India’s flagship bullet train project, is progressing rapidly across Gujarat and Maharashtra.
- With operations expected to begin on a partial stretch before full commissioning, site visits by senior officials like Shri Gupta underscore the government’s commitment to pushing forward India’s high-speed rail ambitions.
Recent Update of MAHSR Project:
The Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail project marks a key milestone with 300 km of viaducts completed, including 257.4 km via the Full Span Launching Method. Showcasing India’s engineering strength and Indo-Japanese collaboration, this achievement reflects the nation’s progress in high-speed rail infrastructure and its commitment to transformative innovation.
Conclusion:
Shri Vivek Kumar Gupta’s visit to key sites in Surat reaffirmed NHSRCL’s dedication to quality construction and timely delivery of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train corridor. These reviews not only keep the project on track but also strengthen coordination, enhance accountability, and mark steady progress toward transforming India’s rail infrastructure.
Source: NHSRCL | Images Credit: NHSRCL
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