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PM Modi to Inaugurate Kashmir’s First Vande Bharat Train and Chenab Bridge on April 19

The completion of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail project marks a historic milestone for Jammu and Kashmir, connecting the region with India's rail network after decades of challenges.

Officials said the train service between Katra and Kashmir was also approved by the Commissioner of Railway Safety.

Overview

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir from Katra on April 19, following the completion of the 272-km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail project.
  • The Vande Bharat train will initially operate from Katra due to ongoing renovation work at the Jammu railway station, with operations from Jammu expected to begin in August.
  • The Chenab Bridge, the world’s highest railway bridge standing 359 meters above the river, will also be inaugurated by PM Modi on the same day.
  • Specially designed for extreme conditions, the Vande Bharat train features anti-freezing, seismic safety, and snow-removal capabilities to ensure year-round connectivity in the Himalayan region.
  • The new rail link is expected to significantly reduce travel time between Jammu and Srinagar, enhancing regional connectivity and fulfilling a long-awaited demand for direct rail access to Kashmir.