Overview

• NHSRCL began casting on May 28 the first of nine concrete slabs at Virar, each measuring 50 m by 35.32 m and 300 mm thick using 1,555 m³ of concrete
• Virar station spans 425 m across concourse and rail levels, features four tracks with two platforms each, and sports an exterior design inspired by mountain winds
• Maharashtra construction has hit key marks with 300 km of viaducts completed and 76% excavation achieved at Mumbai’s BKC station, following Gujarat’s earlier lead
• The 508 km corridor will connect Mumbai and Ahmedabad via 12 stations, promising to slash travel time and boost regional connectivity
• Trial runs are scheduled for 2026, setting the stage for full passenger service by 2029 under the NHSRCL joint venture of central and state governments