Japan to train Indian engineers before transfer of bullet train tech

Published: 4th May, 2023

Context

Japanese experts will train 1,000 Indian engineers for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor before starting work on the track system.

Key-highlights

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train will use the ballast-less Slab Track system (popularly known as the J Slab track system), which is used in Japan's Shinkansen high-speed railways.
Slab Track consists of precast Reinforced Concrete (RC) slab, over which fastening devices and rails are fitted.
The Japanese track system is unparalleled globally, and its installation requires technicians with exceptional proficiency.
Training:
- 20 Japanese experts will certify the skills of Indian engineers, supervisors and technicians through intensive training, paving the way for the transfer of technology of the Japanese HSR track system.
- JARTS, a Japanese non-profit, nominated by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), will provide training for the MAHSR project.

India’s First Bullet Train Project

Presently, Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor (MAHSR) is the only sanctioned high-speed rail project in the country.
The High-Speed Rail operating at 320 kmph will traverse along west India’s landscape, covering a 508.17 km distance between Mumbai and Ahmedabad in just about two hours.
It will cover the following distance with 12 stations en route-
- 155.76 km in Maharashtra
- 4.3 km in the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli
- 348.04 km in Gujarat
The government is yet to determine a final deadline for the entire project.

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