Punjab's Bullet Train Dreams Derailed by Ground Realities

Punjab's bullet train dreams derailed by ground realities

The Punjab government's plan to operate Pakistan's first bullet train between Lahore and Rawalpindi appears far from reality, as senior railway officials term the idea a "dream" given the country's outdated rail infrastructure and immense financial requirements. According to details, while Punjab's leadership is eager to introduce a fast rail system, a complete overhaul of tracks, stations, signals, coaches, engines and supporting systems would …

California's Beleagured Bullet Train Needs Billions More In Taxpayer Dollars

California’s troubled bullet train faces a $10.2B budget gap as costs rise, larger than what lawmakers expected only two months ago.