The Indian government and Japan are advancing the Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail project, with Japan set to supply next-gen Shinkansen trains by the early 2030s.

Officials confirmed that while the E10 series Shinkansen is still under development, construction is progressing rapidly, with the first section expected to open by 2027.India plans to use indigenous trains initially, developed by BEML and Integral Coach Factory, to meet the 2027 deadline.

The project faces criticism from a former Japanese minister over delays and alleged exclusion from the signaling system, but officials clarified that the timeline is on track.Japan remains a key partner in financing and technology, with Siemens handling the signaling systems.

The project will transition to Shinkansen trains in 2030, leveraging the European Train Control System (ETCS) for interoperability, as seen in global examples like Taiwan's high-speed rail.This collaboration underscores India's push for modern infrastructure and technological self-reliance.