Dubai and Mumbai plan 2,000 km underwater train

A new underwater train project is being considered to connect Dubai and Mumbai. The proposed rail network would span about 2,000 kilometers and aims to enhance trade and connectivity between the UAE and India, as well as other regional countries. Abdullah Alshehi, a consultant involved in the project, stated that the plan includes linking Mumbai with Fujairah. A feasibility study will be conducted to assess the project's viability and potential benefits, including oil exports to India and water imports. In related news, India and the UAE are advancing discussions on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, a major connectivity initiative launched during the G-20 Summit in September 2023. Recent talks involved key stakeholders from both countries.