Vande Bharat Express: A New Era of Rail Connectivity in Kashmir

The expansion of railway connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir marks a significant milestone in the region’s transportation and economic development. The Vande Bharat Express has made travel between Jammu and Srinagar more convenient, offering passengers a comfortable journey through the beautiful valleys and mountains of Kashmir. The Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link, supported by engineering landmarks such […]
Chenab and Anji Khad bridges strengthen all-weather rail connectivity to Kashmir

Reasi, October 12,2026-The Chenab Rail Bridge and the Anji Khad Bridge are strengthening all-weather rail connectivity to Kashmir, providing uninterrupted integration of the Valley with the rest of the country. Located in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, the two bridges stand as engineering landmarks on the 272-km Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), one of […]
Anji Khad Bridge glows in Tricolour on 77th Republic Day

Jammu, January 26,2026- The Anji Khad Bridge, India’s first-ever cable-stayed railway bridge, was illuminated in the colours of the Indian Tricolour on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, creating a powerful visual symbol of national pride, unity, and engineering achievement. Located in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, the Anji Khad Bridge is […]
USBRL Project: Transforming Jammu and Kashmir with connectivity and eco-safeguards

On August 7, 2025, the Government of India highlighted the transformative impact of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, a 272-km engineering marvel that has revolutionized connectivity, socio-economic development, and eco-safeguards in Jammu and Kashmir. Fully commissioned in June 2025, the project, declared a National Project in 2002, connects Udhampur, Reasi, Ramban, Srinagar, Anantnag, Pulwama, Budgam, and Baramulla districts, integrating the […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah travels on inaugural Srinagar-Katra Vande Bharat express

Srinagar, June 19, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, accompanied by his father, former Chief Minister Dr. Farooq Abdullah, embarked on a historic journey aboard the newly launched Vande Bharat Express from Srinagar to Katra on Thursday, June 19, 2025. The high-speed train, flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June […]
Vande Bharat Express boosts tourism and trade in Jammu & Kashmir, says Farooq Abdullah

Srinagar, June 10, 2025 – National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah hailed the newly launched Vande Bharat Express from Nowgam Railway Station in Srinagar to Katra as a transformative step for Jammu & Kashmir’s tourism and trade. Speaking to reporters during his journey on the high-speed train on Tuesday, Abdullah described it as “a huge blessing” […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha hails Kashmir to Kanyakumari unity at Chenab Bridge inauguration

Katra, June 7, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha celebrated the realization of the “Kashmir to Kanyakumari” vision, declaring it a living embodiment of “one nation, one soul” during the inauguration of the Chenab Bridge on June 6, 2025, in Reasi district. Speaking at the event alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief […]
PM Modi inaugurates Chenab Bridge, marks milestone for developed Jammu and Kashmir

Katra, June 7, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the world’s highest railway arch bridge, the Chenab Bridge, on June 6, 2025, in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district, marking a defining moment for the state’s development and India’s engineering legacy. In a historic gesture, Modi walked the bridge’s deck, waving the national flag, symbolizing […]
PM Modi met Chenab Bridge team and workers at Kanthan Chenab halt during inauguration

Katra, June 7, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the engineers and workers behind the iconic Chenab Rail Bridge at Kanthan Chenab Halt on June 6, 2025, during the landmark inauguration of the world’s highest railway arch bridge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district. The warm interaction celebrated the grit and dedication of […]
PM Modi interacts with students on board Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat during historic launch

Katra, June 7, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a heartwarming interaction with school children aboard the Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express during its inaugural run on June 6, 2025, moments before flagging off the high-speed train from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station. The joyful exchange with young passengers highlighted the transformative impact […]