Direct train between Jammu and Srinagar will run in September: Union Minister

Jammu, June 05: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Thursday said that the direct train between Jammu and Srinagar will run in September after work on Jammu railway station is completed.

Speaking to the reporters, the minister, said that work on Jammu Railway station is going on. “The work is expected to be completed by September. With the availability of platform 5 and 6, Vande Bharat trains will run between Jammu and Srinagar directly in September,” he said.

The Union Minister visited Jammu Railway station where he inspected the ongoing development works. His visit comes as part of the preparations for the launch of a much-anticipated train service to Kashmir.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to flag off Vande Bharat trains tomorrow at Katra. He will also inaugurate Chenab & Anji bridges. Besides, he will lay the foundation and inaugurate several projects worth Rs 46,000 crore in Jammu and Kashmir. (KNO)

  • Related Posts

    Muslims and Kashmiri Pandits Must Lead Return Process More Than Government: Mehbooba Mufti

    Srinagar, June 24: PDP President Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday said that the return of displaced Kashmiri Pandits to the Valley depends more on mutual efforts by Muslims and Pandits than…

    Authorities Grant Permission for 8th Muharram Procession in Srinagar

    Srinagar, June 23: The District Administration Srinagar has granted permission for the traditional 8th Muharram procession scheduled to be held on June 24, allowing mourners to proceed from Guru Bazar…

    Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Follow by Email
    YouTube
    YouTube
    Instagram