PM Modi to flag off first ever train from Jammu to Kashmir on February 17

STC NEWS DESK
SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 11 (STC): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be inaugurating first ever train to Kashmir on February 17 as the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project stands completed, says an official.

“The Prime Minister will flag off the specially designed Vande Bharat Express from the Jammu division,” the official said and added “after years of dedication, engineering brilliance, and relentless efforts, the long-cherished dream of Kashmir’s rail connectivity has finally been realized. The Vande Bharat Express will soon run on this historic route.”
It’s worth mentioning that
Indian Railways has conducted multiple successful trial runs, traversing some of the country’s most iconic bridges.
Remarkably, the Anji Khad Bridge, with its 331-meter-high pylon, stands as a remarkable feat of engineering, while the Chenab Bridge, at 359 meters, holds the distinction of being the world’s highest railway bridge—surpassing even the Eiffel Tower. These bridges showcase India’s technological and infrastructural prowess.
“The train has been specially designed to operate efficiently in Jammu and Kashmir’s harsh winter conditions on the Katra-Srinagar rail route. It features advanced climate-resistant technologies, including heating systems that prevent water and bio-toilet tanks from freezing. Besides, the air-brake system is optimized for smooth operations even in sub-zero temperatures,” officials told media.
“Besides, the train offers all standard Vande Bharat amenities, such as fully air-conditioned coaches, automatic plug doors, mobile charging sockets, and more,” said the official.
The officials further stated that the Vande Bharat Express also includes embedded heating elements in the windshield to automatically defrost the driver’s front lookout glass, ensuring clear visibility in extreme winter conditions.”(STC)