Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project Achieves Milestone with New Steel Bridge
Bullet Train: 130m Steel Bridge Span Launched Over Tracks in Gujarat
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The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project has reached a significant milestone with the successful launch of a 130-meter steel bridge span over railway tracks in Bharuch district, Gujarat. This bridge is part of a larger structure that will enhance the connectivity between Mumbai and Ahmedabad.
- 01The newly launched bridge spans 130 meters and is part of a total 330-meter bridge structure.
- 02The bridge weighs approximately 2,900 metric tonnes and is designed for a lifespan of 100 years.
- 03The construction involved 1,21,373 high-strength bolts and a specialized painting system for durability.
- 04As of now, 14 out of the 17 planned steel bridges in Gujarat for the project have been completed.
- 05The entire bridge structure will weigh around 6,100 metric tonnes upon completion.
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The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project has marked a significant engineering achievement with the launch of a 130-meter-long steel bridge span over railway tracks near Tralsi village in Bharuch district, Gujarat. This bridge is part of a larger three-span structure measuring 330 meters in total length, with 230 meters already completed. The newly positioned section, which weighs around 2,900 metric tonnes, is designed to have a lifespan of 100 years and features a height of 18 meters and width of 15.5 meters. Engineers utilized 1,21,373 high-strength bolts and a C5 painting system during construction to ensure durability. The project aims to construct 28 steel bridges along the entire corridor, with 14 already completed in the Gujarat section. The construction process was carefully coordinated to minimize disruptions to freight movement on the active tracks, showcasing the project's commitment to safety and efficiency.
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This project will significantly improve transportation infrastructure between Mumbai and Ahmedabad, facilitating faster travel and boosting economic activity in the region.
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