India's ambitious Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor, commonly known as the bullet train project, is set to revolutionize inter-city travel. The Union Railway Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has confirmed that the first operational section, a 47-kilometre stretch between Surat and Bilimora in Gujarat, is targeted for launch by August 15, 2027. This strategically chosen date coincides with India's Independence Day, emphasizing its significance as a national milestone. While the initial segment opens in 2027, the entire 508-kilometre Mumbai-Ahmedabad route is projected to be fully operational by December 2029. The high-speed trains, based on Japan's renowned Shinkansen technology, are designed to operate at speeds up to 320 kmph (200 mph), with a maximum design speed of 350 kmph (215 mph). This will drastically cut travel time between India's financial capital, Mumbai, and the economic hub of Ahmedabad to under two hours, a significant reduction from current conventional rail or road journeys. The corridor will feature 12 stations, connecting major urban and industrial centers including Thane, Virar, Vapi, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand, Ahmedabad, and Sabarmati. Construction for the MAHSR project, spearheaded by the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL), has been progressing steadily. Significant achievements include the completion of over 330 kilometers of viaducts and 408 kilometers of piers, along with numerous river and steel bridges. Electrification work has also commenced in parts of Gujarat. A notable engineering feat is the inclusion of a 21-kilometre underground tunnel, which encompasses a 7-kilometre undersea section beneath Thane Creek. This project represents a major upgrade in India's transportation infrastructure, blending international technology with domestic execution to boost economic growth and connectivity.