Written by Anish MondalJanuary 2, 2026 03:15 PM IST 2 min readBullet train in India: The Ministry of Railways plans to operate bullet train services on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor at intervals of 15 to 20 minutes in the initial phase. Speaking to reporters at Rail Bhawan on Friday (January 2, 2026), Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the bullet train will run every 15–20 minutes during peak hours initially. He added that the frequency will later be increased, with trains running every 10 minutes during peak periods, depending on passenger demand.“When the MAHSR corridor becomes fully operational, services will run every 15–20 minutes during peak hours. There is also planning to reduce the interval to 10 minutes based on traffic demand. This will mark the beginning of a new transport system in the country,” Vaishnaw said.Also Read | Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train update: Maharashtra’s first mountain tunnel breakthrough achieved in PalgharBullet train project in IndiaVaishnaw also said the bullet train project will have a strong integration and multiplier effect on the Indian economy. He noted that once the Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train project is completed, the travel time between the two cities will be reduced to less than two hours.“Suppose you board the bullet train from Surat in the morning after breakfast, travel to Mumbai for work, and return to Surat in the evening. This kind of seamless connectivity will become possible,” the Railway Minister said. He also added that around one lakh people have benefited, either directly or indirectly, through employment generated during the construction phase of the project.Also Read | India’s first bullet train to be ready by August 15, 2027 – All you need to knowBullet train ticket priceThe minister said that the fare for the Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train will be affordable for the middle class. Bullet train project latest updateOn Friday, India’s first bullet train corridor marked a major milestone with the breakthrough of a mountain tunnel in Maharashtra’s Palghar district. A total of eight mountain tunnels are currently under construction, of which seven are located in Maharashtra and one in Gujarat.Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read MoreStay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd