India's first bullet train to begin phased operations in 2027

India's first bullet train service will begin operations in phases from August 15, 2027, with the Surat-Bilimora section set to become the first operational stretch of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail corridor. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said around 80% of the project has been completed. Construction is progressing steadily to meet the planned timeline, he said.