US EditionPM Modi to Flag Off First Train to Kashmir on Friday: Here's Why It Is India's Historic Rail Milestone
- On June 6, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will officially launch the inaugural Vande Bharat service connecting Jammu to Kashmir.
- The inauguration comes after finalizing the extensive 272-kilometer railway connection linking Udhampur, Srinagar, and Baramulla, a project that faced numerous delays due to challenging terrain and security issues since its inception in 1995.
- The rail link comprises 943 bridges, 36 tunnels, and features India’s longest railway tunnel, T-50. A standout structure on the route is the Chenab Bridge, a steel arch bridge rising 359 meters above the riverbed, making it the tallest railway arch bridge globally.
- The project, with an investment exceeding ₹43,000 crore, will cut the journey duration from Katra to Srinagar from six to seven hours down to approximately three hours, thereby improving regional connectivity and boosting economic opportunities.
- The inauguration of the train service marks the first direct rail link connecting Kashmir Valley to the rest of India, expected to boost tourism, trade, and employment in multiple sectors.
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Kashmir Gets First Rail Link, Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Service To Start From June 7
It all started with the vision of the Dogra Maharajas back in 1892. The over-a-century-old dream project is finally materialising after facing rounds of geological, topographical and logistical challenges.
PM Modi to inaugurate Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat: All you need to know
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the first Vande Bharat Express connecting Katra and Srinagar on June 6, 2025. This launch marks a key milestone in integrating Kashmir with India’s railway network and boosting regional tourism.
Rail Link to Valley to Usher in New Era for JK: LG Manoj Sinha
Get latest articles and stories on Latest News at LatestLY. Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday said the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link will usher in a new era for Jammu and Kashmir and create an ideal environment for trade and business. Latest News | Rail Link to Valley to Usher in New Era for JK: LG Manoj Sinha.
PM Modi's Landmark Visit to Jammu & Kashmir: A Leap for Infrastructure
PM Modi's Landmark Visit to Jammu & Kashmir: A Leap for Infrastructure On June 6, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will make a significant visit to Jammu and Kashmir, inaugurating vital infrastructure projects. Key among them are the Chenab bridge, the world's highest railway arch bridge, and India's first cable-stayed rail bridge at Anji. This visit underscores Modi's commitment to rail development in the region.The Chenab bridge stands 359 meters …
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