In contemporary China, high-speed rail has become the preferred mode of short- and medium-distance transportation, and it has won the favor of the general public with its efficient and convenient characteristics. As an important part of the national strategy, the construction of the coastal high-speed railway corridor is of great significance for promoting regional economic development and strengthening the connection between coastal areas and inland areas. However, in the context of this national strategy, we also need to conduct in-depth discussions on the speed of high-speed rail construction and people's livelihood considerations.
First of all, the speed of high-speed rail construction is undoubtedly remarkable. With the advancement of technology and the investment of funds, the construction period of high-speed rail has been shortened and the speed has been continuously improved. However, in this process, we also need to pay attention to the impact of high-speed rail construction on the local economy and people's livelihood. In the case of Taizhou-Changzhou, although it may not seem necessary to build high-speed rail at this stage, we need to recognize that high-speed rail plays an irreplaceable role in promoting the flow of people and economic cooperation between regions. At the same time, the convenience of high-speed rail will also bring more convenience and well-being to ordinary people.
Secondly, as the preferred mode of short- and medium-distance transportation, high-speed rail is no longer serving a small number of high-end people, but the majority of ordinary people. From migrant workers to commuters, from tourists to family visitors, high-speed rail has become an indispensable part of their lives. Therefore, in the process of high-speed rail construction, we need to pay more attention to the care and service of ordinary people. For example, in terms of station setting and fare formulation, it is necessary to be closer to the needs of people's livelihood, so that high-speed rail can truly become an "intimate little padded jacket" for the people.
In addition, the design speed of the high-speed railway from Lianyungang to Yancheng is also worth pondering. While 200 km/h may seem sufficient for the time being, it may become too much for the economy to grow. Therefore, we need to increase the design speed of high-speed rail as much as possible on the premise of ensuring safety to meet the needs of future economic and social development.
Finally, we also need to recognize the importance of ordinary railways in the era of high-speed rail. Although high-speed rail has the advantages of high speed and high comfort, the advantages of ordinary railway in freight transportation are still irreplaceable. Therefore, while building high-speed rail, we also need to strengthen the construction and maintenance of ordinary railways to ensure their stable operation in freight transportation.
To sum up, the construction of the coastal high-speed railway salt section needs to be carried out under the dual guidance of national strategy and people's livelihood considerations. We need to pay more attention to the care and service to ordinary people while ensuring the speed of high-speed rail construction; While increasing the design speed of high-speed rail, it is also necessary to strengthen the construction and maintenance of ordinary railways. Only in this way can we truly realize the coordinated development of high-speed rail construction with local economy and people's livelihood.