Author: Ajjay Bhagyakar
Published by: Pioneer Realty & Investment
Source: X.com
The Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor continues to make steady progress, and one of its most important nodes—Vapi Bullet Train Station—is now entering an advanced stage of construction. A recent aerial update shared on X.com by Dronecap Aerial Explorer shows that roof installation at the station is nearly complete, signalling major structural progress toward the project’s 2026 milestone.
A Modern High-Speed Rail Hub Taking Shape
Located in Dungra village near the Vapi–Silvassa Road, the station features a striking, modern façade designed to reflect the identity of India’s first bullet-train network. According to updated project data:
- Structural steel erection and platform slab casting have been completed.
- Roof sheeting work, visible in the new drone visuals, is almost finished.
- Electrical, façade, and interior development are now progressing simultaneously.
- The station spans 28,917 sq. ft. with a height of 22 metres, offering a spacious, airport-style layout.
Connectivity Boost for South Gujarat
The station’s strategic location ensures high accessibility:
- 7 km from Vapi Railway Junction
- 7.5 km from Vapi Bus Station
- 5 km from GIDC Industrial Zone
Once operational, the bullet train will drastically reduce travel time between Mumbai and Ahmedabad, bringing Vapi closer to major commercial hubs and strengthening the manufacturing-driven economy of South Gujarat.
Gujarat Section Racing Ahead
NHSRCL has confirmed significant achievements across the corridor:
- Over 300 km of viaducts and 388 km of piers completed.
- Gujarat section between Vapi and Sabarmati targeted for 2027 completion.
- Full Mumbai–Sabarmati operations expected by 2029.
- Trial runs on the Surat–Bilimora stretch anticipated by 2026–27.
These milestones place the Vapi station among the most rapidly progressing sections of the MAHSR project.
The Road Ahead
With major civil work completed and roofing nearly done, Vapi station will soon move into:
- Interior and façade finishing
- Electrical and mechanical installations
- Passenger amenity setup—lifts, escalators, business lounge, nursery, and more
The station’s development marks a critical step toward India’s high-speed rail future, promising faster travel, regional economic growth, and a new benchmark for modern transport infrastructure.
