India has dismissed reports of differences with Japan regarding the high-speed rail project. Bilateral discussions on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor are progressing smoothly and remain aligned. India will deploy an indigenous train initially, as Japanese E10 trains arrive later. Construction work has progressed rapidly, with the first section opening in 2027. Signalling equipment has been ordered and is in line with international specifications.

A Japanese railway expert has raised alarms about deviations from the original Shinkansen model in India's bullet train project, citing safety risks and procurement irregularities.

NEW DELHI: India's first bullet train project has moved a step closer as the discussions between India and Japan on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail corridor are progressing…