Electrification work has commenced on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor, with the first two steel masts erected at a height of 14 metres from the ground on the viaduct between the Surat and Bilimora stations in Gujarat. The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Ltd. (NHSRCL) has stated that this marks a major milestone for India’s ambitious bullet train project.

According to an official statement by NHSRCL, over 20,000 masts, ranging from 9.5 to 14.5 metres in height, will be installed along the corridor to support the Overhead Equipment (OHE) system. This system will include overhead wires, earthing components, fittings, and other accessories, forming the complete 2x25 kV traction system suitable for the high-speed trains. The masts, conforming to Japanese design and standards, are being manufactured in India under the ‘Make in India’ initiative.