Mumbai: The Mumbai-Hyderabad High-Speed Rail (MHHSR) project is steadily moving forward as part of India’s ambitious initiative to enhance regional connectivity and revolutionize long-distance travel between southern and western India. The 767-kilometer rail corridor will link major cities, including Mumbai, Pune, and Hyderabad, with 11 strategically located stations across Maharashtra and Telangana.
This project is the fifth in a series of six high-speed rail corridors launched by the Indian government in 2019. Though construction has not yet commenced, the groundwork for the project began with tendering activities in October 2020. The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has already submitted the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the MHHSR to the Ministry of Railways, signaling that the project is on track, though still in the planning stages.
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The MHHSR will incorporate cutting-edge technology to ensure high-speed travel, safety, and efficiency. The rail line will boast a maximum speed of 350 km/h, with an operational speed of 320 km/h, and an average speed of 250 km/h. It will be equipped with a digital signaling system (DS-ATC), 25 kV AC overhead traction, and have a passenger capacity of around 750 per train. One of its most notable features is the Urgent Earthquake Detection and Alarm System (UrEDAS), which will enhance safety measures.
The rail route will feature a mix of elevated, underground, and at-grade tracks, connecting urban and semi-urban areas along the way. The proposed alignment will pass near major expressways and national highways, making it easier to integrate with existing transportation infrastructure. The 11 planned stations include Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Lonavala, Pune, Kurkumb, Akluj, Pandharpur, Solapur, Kalaburagi, Zaheerabad, and Hyderabad. The project may also connect with the ongoing Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail initiative at Package C3.
While the official ticket pricing has yet to be finalized, early estimates suggest that the cost will be around 1.5 times higher than current first-class AC fares offered by Indian Railways. As the project nears completion, more concrete fare information will be disclosed.
