PM Modi inaugurates Jammu rail division, says will boost development in region
Hindustan TimesAhead of the inauguration of direct train service from New Delhi to Srinagar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday virtually inaugurated the newly created Jammu railway division and said it will not only benefit Jammu and Kashmir but also Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Ladakh. Addressing the inaugural ceremony virtually, Modi congratulated the people of Jammu and Kashmir, saying, “Integration of J&K into the national railway network is a monumental step towards transforming Indian Railways into a global leader in efficiency, speed, and passenger experience.” “Jammu railway division will not only benefit J&K but also Himachal Pradesh, several cities of Punjab and Leh-Ladakh,” he said. Kashmir to Kanyakumari Addressing the inaugural ceremony of Jammu railway division, J&K lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha said, “Kashmir getting linked with Kanyakumari via rail was a dream and today, it has come true. “We will ensure Jammu reaps benefits of this development.” He said the new rail division would create job opportunities.