Indian Railways have decided to go for E5 series of train for the country's first bullet train services from 2026.
* To purchase 18 E5 series Shinkansen bullet trains
* Estimated cost Rs.7,000 crore
* Japan will share technology as part of the deal
* Shinkansen technology has the distinction of having the highest level of accuracy in ensuring safety in the segment.
* The trains suit India's topography and climate
* They will have automatic brake application in case of over speeding
* E5 series have the most advanced crash avoidance system
* Technology will be the combination of laser data, GPS data and flight parameters.
Bullet trains will be used on the Bombay-Ahmedabad high-speed rail corridor.
* Most notable feature is the undersea tunnel passing through Thane Creek in Bombay
* Bullet train will run over viaduct created covering a distance of 406.3 km out of 508.09 km
* There will be tunnels on 25.87 km, including a 7 km long undersea tunnel and 12.9 km embankment
My take
Yet another milestone to progress!
Tailpiece.
Got up at my usual time, the chores and was ready by a quarter to 10.
The maid was at work because of the likely traffic blocks tomorrow due to the 'Nava Kerala Sadassu' at Chavakkad.
A quiet Sunday, otherwise.
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