Rising demand: Katra–Srinagar rail link sees 3,000+ passengers in two days
Kashmir, January 29,2026-More than 3,000 passengers travelled on special Katra–Srinagar trains over the past two days, marking a significant boost to rail connectivity and passenger movement in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Wednesday. The special train services were introduced to manage the surge in passenger demand, particularly from pilgrims, tourists, and local travellers, amid […]
Chenab Rail Bridge glows in Tricolour on Republic Day Eve
Reasi ,January 26,2026- The iconic Chenab Rail Bridge, the world’s highest railway arch bridge, stood resplendent as it was illuminated in radiant Tricolour lights on the eve of Republic Day 2026, echoing the spirit of national pride and unity across the Himalayan skyline. Soaring 359 metres above the Chenab River—35 metres taller than the Eiffel […]
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 […]
All-Weather rail connectivity transforms Kashmir as USBRL becomes operational
Kashmir, January 10,2026: After nearly 28 years of sustained effort, Kashmir has finally achieved all-weather rail connectivity, marking a historic milestone in the region’s infrastructure development. The completion of the 272-kilometre Jammu–Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) has seamlessly connected the Kashmir Valley with the rest of the country through the national railway network. Constructed through the […]
Chenab Rail Bridge boosts strategic military connectivity
Kashmir, December 18,2025:Beyond its role in boosting tourism and trade, the Chenab Rail Bridge holds immense strategic and defense importance, strengthening India’s logistical and security framework in the region. As the world’s highest railway bridge, the Chenab Rail Bridge forms a crucial link in the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Line (USBRL) project, ensuring all-weather rail connectivity to […]
Wheels on rails: Maruti Suzuki’s historic drive to Kashmir via train
Anantnag, October 3, 2025 – In a groundbreaking development for India’s automotive logistics and regional connectivity, Maruti Suzuki India Limited has become the nation’s first car manufacturer to transport vehicles to the Kashmir Valley via Indian Railways. The maiden freight train, carrying over 100 passenger cars, arrived at the newly inaugurated Anantnag railway terminal in Jammu […]
Relief for J&K: First Local Train from Katra to Sangaldan Brings Hope Amid Highway Blockage
Relief for J&K: First Local Train from Katra to Sangaldan Brings Hope Amid Highway Blockage On the demand of State Administration, the Railway Board has started a passengers’ local train with five bogies from Katra to Sangaldan in Jammu & Kashmir. For five days, the local train will run at 8:40 am from Katra to […]
Centre boosts J&K rail network with new Baramulla-Uri line and Qazigund-Badgam doubling
New Delhi, September 4, 2025 – In a significant boost to infrastructure development in the region, the Union government has approved the construction of a new 40-kilometer broad-gauge rail line between Baramulla and Uri, along with the doubling of the existing 74-kilometer Qazigund to Badgam line. These projects aim to improve train connectivity, promote tourism, and […]
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 […]
I Will Not Let Development Stop – PM Modi’s Vow to the People of Jammu & Kashmir & the Nation
The Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the iconic Chenab Bridge, Anji rail bridge and Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project and flagged off Vande Bharat Trains, on June 6 2025, connecting Kashmir to Kanyakumari. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha called it a momentous occasion that will go down in […]
Kashmir-bound Vande Bharat train stationed at Katra ahead of PM Modi’s flag-off
Katra, June 5, 2025 – The Vande Bharat Express, poised to connect Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Srinagar, is stationed at Katra Railway Station, ready for its official flag-off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025. Marking the completion of the transformative Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, this semi-high-speed train will commence […]
Kashmir trains to run six days weekly
Srinagar, June 5, 2025 – The Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express, a landmark addition to Jammu and Kashmir’s rail connectivity, will commence commercial operations on Saturday, June 7, 2025, running six days a week. Set to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, this semi-high-speed train, part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) […]
J&K on track To growth with new rail link: LG Manoj Sinha
Srinagar, June 5, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha hailed the upcoming launch of the Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express as a transformative step for the region’s growth, with commercial operations set to begin on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Speaking at Katra Railway Station alongside Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Union Minister Jitendra […]
Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Train to Start Saturday
Srinagar, June 5, 2025 – The Vande Bharat Express, linking Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Srinagar, will launch commercial operations on Saturday, June 7, 2025, after its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6. Part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project, this semi-high-speed train will enhance all-weather connectivity to the Kashmir Valley, […]
Vande Bharat Express crosses Chenab Bridge, unlocking new era of connectivity on Jammu-Srinagar route
Srinagar, April 2, 2025 — In a landmark achievement for Indian Railways, the Vande Bharat Express has successfully crossed the Chenab Bridge, the world’s highest railway bridge, during trial runs on the Jammu-Srinagar route. This milestone marks a significant leap toward enhanced connectivity, promising to boost trade, tourism, and growth opportunities across Jammu and Kashmir. […]