In a momentous event on Thursday, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed a captivating video unveiling India’s first bullet train station, the Sabarmati terminal in Ahmedabad. The video, widely shared by the minister, provides a breathtaking glimpse into the architectural masterpiece that seamlessly combines contemporary design with India’s rich cultural heritage.
The terminal’s design features, showcased in the video, not only emanate a futuristic ambiance but also incorporate traditional Indian motifs, creating a harmonious blend of the old and the new. The terminal is equipped with advanced features designed to enhance passengers’ travel experiences, promising a seamless and pleasant journey.
The 508 km double-line track connecting Mumbai and Ahmedabad is set to significantly reduce travel time to a mere 2.07 hours, thanks to its impressive maximum design speed of 350 km per hour. The project’s estimated cost of Rs 1,08,000 crore is anticipated to be funded by a Japanese soft loan at a remarkable interest rate of 0.1 per cent, with a repayment period of 50 years, including a 15-year grace period, covering 81 per cent of the total project cost.
Introduced in 2017 during a ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, the project is being executed under the guidance of Shinkansen Technology, known for its reliability and safety over 50 years. With a substantial portion already completed, the initial phase of the project is expected to be operational by 2026, with the entire project scheduled for completion by 2028.
The awe-inspiring video of the Sabarmati terminal left netizens enchanted. Users praised the architectural fusion of modernity and heritage, expressing optimism about the transformative impact on the country’s railway sector. Some highlighted various achievements in Gujarat, extending gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for visionary leadership.
A user celebrated the launch of India’s first bullet train from the Sabarmati multimodal transport hub in Ahmedabad, considering it a thrilling milestone that signifies a new era of high-speed connectivity.
