The National High-Speed Rail Corporation on Saturday unveiled a stunning image showcasing the swift progress of the Bullet Train station and track construction in Ahmedabad’s Anand district. The snapshot captures the new infrastructure seamlessly integrating with Anand’s lively and colorful scenery. This exciting development is a key component of the ambitious Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project, promising to transform the region’s transportation landscape while complementing its vibrant surroundings.
Anand, famed as the Milk City of India, has infused its Bullet Train Station with a design that echoes its dairy heritage. The NHSRCL’s website describes that the station’s façade and interiors to be inspired from the smooth, flowing contours and subtle hues of milk droplets, reflecting its close ties to the heart of India’s dairy industry.
Highlights of Anand Bullet Train Station:
- Platform length will be 415 meters, designed to efficiently handle the high-speed rail traffic.
- Station height will be towering at 25.6 meters, showcasing the station’s impressive and modern stature.
- Total built-up area will cover 44,073 square meters, providing ample space for both functionality and traveler comfort.
Features of Anand Bullet Train Station
The station will have:
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- Three levels: Ground, Concourse, and Platform
- Two side platforms with four tracks in between
- Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and amenities
Available Amenities:
- Skylights integrated into the roof and exterior for natural illumination
- Ticketing and waiting zones
- Premium business-class lounge
- Nursery for families
- Restrooms
- Information kiosks
- Retail outlets
Parking and Drop-Off/Pick-Up Arrangements:
- Designated areas adjacent to the station for cars, motorcycles, autos, and buses
- Pedestrian plaza for ease of access
- Dedicated areas are designed to optimize pick-up and drop-off procedures, minimizing wait times and easing congestion, especially during busy periods.
Connectivity to Anand Bullet Train station
In addition to its current access via the link road to NH-64, the NHSRCL has secured extra land along the viaduct to create direct connections from the station to NH-64 on one side and SH-150 on the other. The closest railway station is Uttarsanda, situated approximately 600 meters to the east, while the major railway hub is Nadiad Junction, about 10 kilometers away.
For air travel, Vadodara Airport is the nearest, located 54 kilometers from the station, and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad is 70 kilometers away. The new station, currently under construction, is being developed as a central hub, seamlessly integrating with various modes of transportation to ensure efficient, swift, and convenient connectivity for travelers.
