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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated a groundbreaking Vande Bharat train service connecting Katra to Srinagar, symbolizing enhanced connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir. The train service features cutting-edge facilities designed to withstand extreme weather conditions in the region. Alongside the train launch, Modi also inaugurated the world's tallest railway bridge, standing 35 meters higher than Paris's Eiffel Tower. This infrastructure development represents a significant leap in transportation and connectivity for the union territory.

Key Points: Modi Flags Vande Bharat Train Connecting Kashmir Valley

  • Modi inaugurates world's highest railway bridge at 359 metres
  • Vande Bharat train offers state-of-the-art facilities
  • First fully mechanized railway track in India
  • Connects Katra to Srinagar seamlessly
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PM Modi flags off Vande Bharat train service to Kashmir

PM Modi inaugurates historic Katra-Srinagar train service, marking a significant connectivity milestone for Jammu and Kashmir

"This railway track is the safest in the country - Railway Board CEO Satish Kumar"

Jammu, June 6

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday flagged off the Vande Bharat train service from Katra town to Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir as hundreds of enthusiastic people greeted him.

The PM flagged off the Vande Bharat train and interacted with the children on board the train at the Katra railway station.

PM Modi keenly heard the views of the children about the Vande Bharat train service before waving a green flag to inaugurate the service.

As the train chugged from Katra railway station, the air was filled with slogans of ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’.

Vande Bharat train has state-of-the-art facilities to suit the extremes of weather in the union territory.

Earlier in the day, PM Modi inaugurated the Chenab Railway Bridge, after which he visited the photo exhibition highlighting technical hardships faced during the construction of the Bridge.

PM Modi interacted with the engineers and the skilled workers who braved all odds of weather and topography to complete the World’s tallest Bridge at 359 metres, 35 metres taller than the Eiffel Tower of Paris.

The PM congratulated the engineers and workers for braving all odds to complete the construction of the Bridge in a record time, which is a marvel of engineering excellence.

Lt Governor Manoj Sinha, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, MoS (PMO) Dr Jitendra Singh and J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah accompanied the Prime Minister when he visited the photo exhibition.

PM Modi showed keen interest in understanding the technical problems faced during the construction of the Bridge.

The CEO Railway Board, Satish Kumar, briefed the PM during the photo exhibition. Satish Kumar accompanied the PM when he inaugurated the Chenab Bridge while he went round the inaugural track.

PM Modi was informed that the maintenance of the Katra-Srinagar railway track is totally mechanised, making it the first such railway track in the country. This makes the track the safest in the country.

The Prime Minister also inaugurated the Anji Khad cable-stayed Railway Bridge, which is the first of its kind railway bridge in the country.

The PM walked across the bridge holding the national flag, and also went across the bridge in a railway coach. L-G Manoj Sinha, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, and CM Omar Abdullah were with PM Modi.

While the PM physically flagged off the Katra-Srinagar train, he will flag off the Srinagar-Katra train through virtual mode.

The PM will also lay the foundation stone and inaugurate projects worth Rs 46,000 crore.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
This is a proud moment for every Indian! The Chenab Bridge is an engineering marvel that shows what we can achieve when we set our minds to it. The Vande Bharat train will boost tourism and connectivity in J&K. Kudos to all the workers who braved tough conditions to make this happen 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
Finally Kashmir gets world-class rail connectivity! The pictures of PM Modi interacting with children on the train are so heartwarming. Hope this brings more development to the region. Though I wonder if ticket prices will be affordable for common people?
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Amit S.
While the infrastructure is impressive, I hope the government ensures proper security measures given the sensitive location. The projects are good but we must not forget the local concerns of Kashmiri people. Development should be inclusive.
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Sunita R.
My brother worked on the Chenab Bridge project! He said it was the toughest assignment of his career but also the most rewarding. The extreme weather conditions made construction very challenging. So proud of our engineers and workers 👏
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Vikram J.
46,000 crore is a huge investment! Hope this translates to real benefits for locals in terms of jobs and economic growth. The train looks amazing but I wish media showed more of the technical aspects rather than just political photos.
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Neha T.
Can't wait to take my family on this train to Kashmir! The pictures look stunning. Hope they maintain the cleanliness and service standards long-term. This will be a game-changer for tourism in the valley 🌄

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