Mumbai-Pune Hyperloop to Cover Distance in Just 25 Minutes, Faster Than Flights
Mumbai-Pune Hyperloop to Cover Distance in Just 25 Minutes, Faster Than Flights
Mumbai and Pune are set to witness a groundbreaking transformation in transportation as India’s first Hyperloop train is expected to reduce travel time between the two cities to just 25 minutes. The ambitious project, featuring an operational speed of 600 km/hr, is being hailed as a revolutionary step in connectivity and economic development for Maharashtra.
Hyperloop: A Game Changer for Mumbai-Pune Commute
Currently, trains take around 3-4 hours to travel between Mumbai and Pune. However, with the introduction of the Hyperloop, commuters will experience an unprecedented reduction in travel time. The frictionless motion of the tube allows speeds of up to 1200 km/hr, but reports indicate that the Indian Railways’ Hyperloop system will operate at a maximum speed of 600 km/hr, with an initial speed of around 360 km/hr.
This project will not only enhance mobility but also act as an economic bridge, fostering business growth between the two metropolitan hubs. Notably, the Mumbai-Pune Hyperloop will be the world’s longest Hyperloop track upon completion.
IIT Madras Leads Hyperloop Development
In another significant development, the Hyperloop project at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras is set to feature the longest Hyperloop tube in Asia, measuring 410 meters. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, during his visit to IIT Madras on March 15, confirmed that this project is poised to become the world’s longest Hyperloop system soon.
Vaishnaw also stated that the electronics component technology for the Hyperloop project would be developed at the Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. Taking to social media, he shared a video of his visit, stating, “Longest Hyperloop tube in Asia (410 meters)… soon to be the world’s longest @iitmadras.”
The Future of Hyperloop Technology in India
Hyperloop technology, considered the fifth mode of transportation, is a high-speed train system that travels in a near-vacuum tube, significantly reducing air resistance. This allows the capsules inside the tube to achieve speeds exceeding 1,000 km/hr, revolutionizing mass transit in India.
With India taking significant strides in developing Hyperloop technology, the Mumbai-Pune corridor is set to be a landmark project that could reshape the future of transportation in the country.
