The project has strategically placed 2,000 noise barriers on each side of every kilometer of track, demonstrating remarkable precision in acoustic engineering, said National High Speed Rail Corporation (NHSRCL)
These sophisticated noise barriers are meticulously designed to mitigate sound generated during train operations
Measuring two metres in height and one metre in width, each barrier weighs approximately 830-840 kg and is engineered to reflect and distribute aerodynamic noise produced by train movement
In residential and urban areas, the project has implemented enhanced three-metre tall barriers featuring an additional 1-metre translucent polycarbonate panel, ensuring passengers maintain unobstructed scenic views while minimizing environmental noise
To support this massive production requirement, six dedicated manufacturing facilities have been established across Gujarat, with three located in Ahmedabad and one each in Surat, Vadodara, and Anand
This strategic infrastructure development has not only facilitated barrier production but also created significant local employment opportunities, NHSRCL said
NHSRCL stated that over 243 km of viaduct construction has been completed, accompanied by 352 km of pier work and 362 km of pier foundation work
The project has already constructed bridges across 13 rivers and successfully crossed multiple railway lines and highways using five steel bridges and two PSC bridges
Seventy-one track kilometers of RC track bed have been completed, with rail welding already commenced on the viaduct
"The project is set to drive economic growth and elevate the quality of life across Gujarat and Maharashtra,” said Vivek Kumar Gupta, Managing Director, NHSRCL
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