Jun 06, 2025
Aditi PandeyPM Modi Flags Off Kashmir’s First Vande Bharat
Vande BharatPrime Minister Narendra Modi today launched the first-ever Vande Bharat Express to Kashmir as part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project.
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Two Services to Connect Katra and Srinagar
Two trains will operate: Katra–Srinagar–Katra and Srinagar–Katra, boosting connectivity to Jammu and Kashmir’s spiritual and tourism hubs.
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High-Speed Ride with Stunning Views
The Srinagar-Katra route (train no. 02402) will cover 191 km in just 3 hours and 5 minutes, passing through picturesque valleys and tunnels.
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Built for the Cold, Performs at -20°C
Special anti-freeze tech enables smooth travel even at minus 20°C. Heated windshields and toilets are among the new winter-ready features.
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Affordable Travel with Speed
Chair car tickets start at ₹715, and executive class goes up to ₹1,515. Comfort, speed, and views — all at reasonable fares.
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