In light of the overwhelming public response to the recently launched Vande Bharat train service between Katra and Srinagar, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has formally requested the Union Ministry of Railways to introduce additional trains on Katra-Srinagar rail route to meet high-demand.
In a landmark achievement for India's infrastructure and connectivity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Katra-Srinagar railway line, including the iconic Chenab rail bridge. This fulfilled a long-cherished dream of Kashmir's integration with the nation.
Prime Minister Modi will flag off the Vande Bharat Express on June 6 following the completion of the Katra-Sangaldan rail link. The train will pass over the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest railway bridge, marking a key rail milestone.