Kashmir fruit parcel train: 5 amazing benefits for farmers
Srinagar, August 17,2026- The Kashmir Fruit Parcel Train service provides reliable connectivity to major markets across the country, facilitating smoother movement of Kashmir’s horticultural produce, including its world-renowned apples. A Dedicated Service Since 2025 The dedicated service, known as JPP-RCS, forms the backbone of the Rail Parcel Service Kashmir network and has been operating successfully since September […]
AC cargo trains planned to boost Kashmir horticulture, cut losses
Srinagar, May 4,2026- In a significant move for the Valley’s agriculture sector, Northern Railway is exploring the introduction of air-conditioned cargo trains to transport perishable fruits from Kashmir to major markets across India. The proposed initiative aims to strengthen the cold-chain logistics network for high-value produce such as apples, cherries, and other seasonal fruits. By […]
Northern railway launches special Vande Bharat to aid stranded passengers
Kashmir, December 12,2025: In a major relief to passengers affected by widespread IndiGo flight cancellations, Northern Railway has announced a special Vande Bharat Express service between Udhampur and New Delhi, operating from today until 14 December. The special train, numbered 02439/02440, has been introduced to provide a reliable and comfortable alternative for hundreds of stranded […]
JPP-RCS train boosts Kashmir’s apple trade with daily Budgam-Delhi service
SRINAGAR, 5 September 2025 — In a significant boost for Kashmir’s apple growers, the Railway Board has greenlit a daily Joint Parcel Product–Rapid Cargo Service (JPP-RCS) train from Budgam to New Delhi, set to commence in September 2025. This game-changing initiative aims to ensure faster, direct, and reliable transportation of the Valley’s prized apple produce […]
Three special trains from Jammu Tawi today
Jammu, August 31, 2025 – In a relief measure for stranded passengers affected by severe flash floods and heavy rainfall in the Jammu region, the Northern Railway has announced the operation of three special trains departing from Jammu Tawi railway station today. This comes as rail services remain heavily disrupted due to damage from unprecedented monsoon […]
Special unreserved train from Jammu to Delhi for stranded tourists amid flash floods
Jammu, August 28, 2025 – In response to severe flash floods and cloudbursts that have disrupted road connectivity across the Jammu division, Indian Railways has scheduled an unreserved special train from Jammu to Delhi departing today at approximately 11:30 AM. The initiative aims to facilitate the safe evacuation of stranded tourists and passengers affected by […]
Train services restored from Jammu after day-long suspension amid heavy rains
Jammu, August 27, 2025 – Train services resumed from Jammu on Wednesday following a full-day halt, with six key trains now departing for their destinations, according to Northern Railway officials. The restoration comes after severe disruptions caused by relentless heavy rainfall, the heaviest in decades, which led to widespread flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage across the Jammu […]
Delhi-Katra special train launched to manage festive season rush
Kashmir, August 1, 2025 — To accommodate the surge in pilgrims and passengers during the festive season, Northern Railway has introduced a reserved special train service between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. This initiative aims to ensure a comfortable and seamless journey for travelers heading to the holy shrine during the peak festive […]
Rail network in J&K gets major upgrade
Srinagar, July 28 — The railway infrastructure in Jammu & Kashmir is undergoing a rapid transformation, with significant strides made in track maintenance, passenger amenities, and modernisation of coach overhaul systems. This upgrade marks a major leap in the Union Territory’s journey towards seamless connectivity and economic growth. Officials from the Northern Railway confirmed that […]
Cherry cargo trains by Jammu Railway division boost Kashmir horticulture and farmer incomes
Empowering Cherry Growers: A Historic Leap in Agri-Logistics Srinagar, June 30, 2025 – The Jammu Railway Division of Northern Railway has scripted a new success story for Kashmir’s cherry growers by transporting 334 tonnes of fresh cherries from Katra and Jammu to Mumbai’s Bandra Terminus over the past month. This groundbreaking initiative, launched on May […]