India Advances Planning of Multiple High-Speed Rail Corridors Including Bengaluru-Chennai Route

India is advancing plans for multiple high-speed rail corridors, including the Bengaluru-Chennai line, which aims to reduce travel time to about 1 hour and 13 minutes over 306 km. The Union Budget 2026-27 announced seven corridors, with Hyderabad connected to Pune, Bengaluru, and Chennai via new elevated routes. However, Karnataka officials have expressed concerns over the exclusion of a Bengaluru-Pune corridor, prompting meetings with the Railway Minister to discuss future developments and regional benefits.