Milestone Achievement: PSC Bridge Completed for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train

A 260-metre PSC bridge for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train has been completed over the National Expressway in Gujarat. The bridge, with 104 precast segments, is part of a larger project utilizing Shinkansen technology. The government plans to open the first phase by 2026.

A key infrastructure milestone has been achieved with the completion of a 260-metre pre-stressed concrete (PSC) bridge for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project. This bridge spans the under-construction National Expressway in Gujarat, marking significant progress for the ambitious high-speed rail initiative.

Located near Kosamba in Surat district, the bridge represents the fifth PSC structure of its kind within the project. Constructed using 104 precast segments across four spans of 50 and 80 metres, the bridge employs the balanced cantilever method—optimal for larger spans. Its strategic position lies between the Surat and Bharuch bullet train stations.

The project's meticulous planning ensured the safety of both vehicles and workers during construction, minimizing public inconvenience while maintaining traffic flow. Launched in 2017 by Indian and Japanese leaders, this high-speed rail line aims to drastically reduce travel time, with the first phase slated for a 2026 launch.