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Jammu–Srinagar Vande Bharat launched, passenger services begin May 2

Srinagar Katra Vande Bharat Train

Srinagar, April 30,2026 – In a historic boost to rail connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir, the much-anticipated Jammu–Srinagar Vande Bharat Express was officially launched on Thursday, marking a new era of fast, modern, and all-weather transportation between the Jammu region and the Kashmir Valley. The state-of-the-art train service is part of the ambitious Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail […]

Rising demand: Katra–Srinagar rail link sees 3,000+ passengers in two days

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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 […]

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