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.
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