Kashmir valley to get rail connectivity, PM Modi to flag off Vande Bharat Express
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Kashmir valley to get rail connectivity, PM Modi to flag off Vande Bharat Express

Op India  

After nearly 78 years of independence, the Kashmir valley is set to receive its first train service, which will link it to Jammu. The much-awaited rail link is likely to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi on 19th April, after which he will visit the Chenab Railway Bridge, the world’s highest railway bridge. The train, expected to be a special Vande Bharat Express, will be flagged off from Katra railway station. Currently, a Vande Bharat Express runs between Sangaldan and Baramulla, but after the completion of the USBRL project, a rail link will connect Katra to the Kashmir valley, significantly reducing the travel time and improving connectivity. Modi government is working on rail connectivity The Modi government has been working to establish rail connectivity in the far-flung areas of the country including the northeastern states, Ladakh and Kashmir valley.

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PM Modi to flag off Vande Bharat train to Kashmir on April 19
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5 hours, 43 minutes ago

PM Modi to flag off Vande Bharat train to Kashmir on April 19

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir on April 19 from Katra, marking the completion of the 272-km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project. Prime Minister Narendra Modi The Jammu-Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express will initially operate from Katra as the Jammu railway station is undergoing renovation. The Vande Bharat Express is expected to significantly reduce …

PM Modi to flag off first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir on this day in April | Union minister shares update
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20 hours, 38 minutes ago

PM Modi to flag off first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir on this day in April | Union minister shares update

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir from Jammu's Katra on April 19, marking the completion of the 272 km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail stretch project, Union minister Kitendra Singh informed on Sunday. The rail link project was completed last month, officials said, adding that trial runs of the train on the Katra-Baramulla link have …

PM Modi to flag off first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir on April 19: Jitendra Singh
20 hours, 51 minutes ago

PM Modi to flag off first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir on April 19: Jitendra Singh

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir on April 19 from Katra, marking the completion of the 272-kilometre Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project. The Vande Bharat Express is expected to significantly reduce travel time between Jammu and Srinagar, providing a modern and efficient rail service for the region, they said. Speaking to reporters in …

Modi to flag off 1st train to Kashmir on April 19
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3 days, 22 hours ago

Modi to flag off 1st train to Kashmir on April 19

New Indian Express  

SRINAGAR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to inaugurate the first-ever Vande Bharat Express train to Kashmir on April 19, marking the completion of the 272-km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project. Modi will flag off the train from the Katra railway station of the Jammu rail division. The Commissioner of Railway Safety, who visited J&K in January, has given the …

After long wait, Kashmir to finally get rail link to rest of the country: Sources
4 days, 22 hours ago

After long wait, Kashmir to finally get rail link to rest of the country: Sources

India Today  

After a long wait, the Kashmir Valley is set to receive its first train service. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to flag off the first train from Katra to Srinagar on April 19. In addition to flagging off the inaugural train, sources suggest that PM Modi will also visit the world’s highest Chenab rail bridge and address a public …

FirstUp: PM Modi to flag off Kashmir-Katra Vande Bharat, India-Bangladesh border talks... The news today
1 month, 2 weeks ago

FirstUp: PM Modi to flag off Kashmir-Katra Vande Bharat, India-Bangladesh border talks... The news today

Firstpost  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the new Vande Bharat from New Delhi to Katra, Jammu and Kashmir. Firstly, PM Modi is set to flag off the new Vande Bharat Express train connecting New Delhi to Jammu and Kashmir’s Katra. Meanwhile, Director General -level talks between India’s Border Security Force and Bangladesh’s Border Guard Bangladesh are set to take place. …

PM Modi to flag off Vande Bharat to Kashmir ‘very soon’: Northern Railways
1 month, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi to flag off Vande Bharat to Kashmir ‘very soon’: Northern Railways

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the Vande Bharat train from Katra to Kashmir ‘very soon’, a top official of the Northern Railways said on Tuesday. Narendra Modi The Northern Railways have already conducted successful trial of passenger and freight trains on the 17-km Katra-Banihal track. Refuting unconfirmed reports that PM will inaugurate Vande Bharat train to Kashmir on …

Kashmir to Kanyakumari: Indian Railways set to launch direct train service | IN PICS
2 months ago

Kashmir to Kanyakumari: Indian Railways set to launch direct train service | IN PICS

India TV News  

Image Source : PTI 1/10 In a major boost to connectivity, Indian Railways is set to launch a direct train service linking Kashmir to Kanyakumari in 2025. Image Source : PTI 2/10 Indian Railways recently completed the 383-km-long Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project, a key milestone in improving rail connectivity to Kashmir. Image Source : PTI 5/10 Currently, train number 16317/16318 …

On Republic Day eve, Vande Bharat Express touches base in Kashmir for first time
2 months ago

On Republic Day eve, Vande Bharat Express touches base in Kashmir for first time

The Hindu  

On the eve of Republic Day, the Vande Bharat Express touched ground in the Kashmir valley for the first time after successful trial runs held over the past two months on the tracks constructed in the high-altitude and tough mountainous regions of the Pir Panjal, connecting the Valley with the Jammu region. Trial run of Vande Bharat Express train from …

Vande Bharat train passes through world's highest bridge in first J&K trial run | Watch
2 months ago

Vande Bharat train passes through world's highest bridge in first J&K trial run | Watch

Hindustan Times  

A Vande Bharat Express crossed the world's highest railway bridge in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi as it completed the first trial run in the union territory, arriving from Katra to Srinagar's Nowgam station at 11:30 am on Saturday. A Vande Bharat Express train completed it's first trial run in Jammu and Kashmir After a brief stop at Srinagar station, the …

Vande Bharat Express completes trial run on world’s highest Chenab bridge, reaches Srinagar | VIDEO
2 months ago

Vande Bharat Express completes trial run on world’s highest Chenab bridge, reaches Srinagar | VIDEO

India TV News  

The Vande Bharat Express train finally arrived in Kashmir as it completed its trial run on Saturday. The train, which travelled from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station to Srinagar railway station, passed through the Chenab bridge - the world's highest rail bridge. Specially designed to challenge winter conditions According to railway officials, the Vande Bharat Express train has …

Second trail on Chenab Bridge in Reasi conducted by Railways | Video
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Second trail on Chenab Bridge in Reasi conducted by Railways | Video

India TV News  

The Indian Railways on Wednesday successfully conducted a second trial run on the world's highest railway bridge, Chenab Bridge in Reasi. Just a month back, multiple security agencies conducted a mock drill at the Chenab Railway Bridge. Spanning over 1.3 kilometres, the bridge is a vital link in the 111-km stretch from Katra to Banihal, which forms part of the …

USBRL Project: Indian Railways conducts first successful trial run on Katra-Banihal Section | Watch
2 months, 3 weeks ago

USBRL Project: Indian Railways conducts first successful trial run on Katra-Banihal Section | Watch

India TV News  

Katra-Banihal section trial run: In a major development for the long-awaited Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project, the Indian Railways successfully conducted the first trial run on the Katra-Banihal section, ahead of the final statutory safety inspection next week to determine the commencement of rail services to Kashmir. Over the past month, the Railways has conducted six trials across various track segments, …

Indian Railways conducts trial runs on Katra-Reasi section of Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link | Watch
3 months ago

Indian Railways conducts trial runs on Katra-Reasi section of Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link | Watch

India TV News  

The Indian Railways officially started train trials on the Katra-Reasi section of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project. WATCH Video here The Katra-Reasi section, covering around 18 km, is a vital part of the USBRL project, designed to improve connectivity and promote economic development in the region. Technically advanced, equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure This new section is technically advanced and equipped …

Indian Railways completes successful train trials on Katra-Reasi section
3 months ago

Indian Railways completes successful train trials on Katra-Reasi section

India Today  

Indian Railways announced the start of train trials on the highly anticipated Katra-Reasi section of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project on Saturday, December 28. The Katra-Reasi section, covering about 18 kilometres, is a crucial part of the USBRL project, which aims to enhance connectivity and drive economic growth in the area. Indian Railways has reaffirmed its commitment to completing the …

World's highest arch bridge to link Kashmir to India
3 months, 1 week ago

World's highest arch bridge to link Kashmir to India

Deccan Chronicle  

Srinagar: The Katra-Banihal rail section, which includes the world’s highest arch bridge over the Chenab, is likely to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi on January 26. This section is considered one of the great engineering marvels, highlighted by the Chenab Bridge, which is 725 metres long and built 359 metres above the river. Another notable structure in this section …

India’s first cable-stayed rail bridge in Reasi set for final trial runs
4 months, 1 week ago

India’s first cable-stayed rail bridge in Reasi set for final trial runs

Hindustan Times  

In the run up to the first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir in January next year, India’s first cable-stayed railway bridge over Anji river in Reasi district is all set for final trial runs next month, officials. Union minister of state for railways Ravneet Singh Bittu on Tuesday reviewed work at the cable-stayed rail bridge over Anji river, a tributary …

Kashmir Rail Link to Connect Delhi and Srinagar by January 2025
4 months, 1 week ago

Kashmir Rail Link to Connect Delhi and Srinagar by January 2025

Deccan Chronicle  

The eagerly anticipated Kashmir Rail Link, part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project, is expected to become operational by January 2025, facilitating seamless train travel between New Delhi and Srinagar. The train will feature three classes—AC First Class, AC 2 Tier, and AC 3 Tier—with fares ranging from ₹2,000 to ₹3,000. Key stops along the route include Ambala Cantt, Ludhiana, …

Delhi To Kashmir Vande Bharat To Be Inaugurated In January. Check Ticket Prices
4 months, 1 week ago

Delhi To Kashmir Vande Bharat To Be Inaugurated In January. Check Ticket Prices

ABP News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate the Vande Bharat train connecting Kashmir to New Delhi in January, Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh said on Tuesday. The first Vande Bharat train on the route will pass through the Chenab Rail Bridge, the world's highest railway bridge. Vande Bharat Train From Delhi To Kashmir To Cost Rs 1,500-Rs …

Chenab Railway Bridge: World's Highest Bridge Built In Jammu and Kashmir, Watch Report | ABP LIVE
9 months, 1 week ago

Chenab Railway Bridge: World's Highest Bridge Built In Jammu and Kashmir, Watch Report | ABP LIVE

ABP News  

Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project is of 272 kilometers. The remaining 17 km distance between Reasi and Katra is expected to be completed by the end of this year, which will connect Kashmir with the rest of the region. Let us tell you that the world's highest railway bridge built in Jammu and Kashmir is about 359 meters above the Chenab …

Railways conducts trial run on world's highest arch rail bridge in J&K
9 months, 1 week ago

Railways conducts trial run on world's highest arch rail bridge in J&K

The Hindu  

Indian Railways on June 20 successfully conducted a trial run of a eight-coach MEMU train on the world's highest railway bridge — Chenab Bridge — in Jammu and Kashmir, paving the way for the start of rail service on the route from Reasi to Baramulla in Kashmir. "After an extensive inspection of the newly constructed Chenab Bridge by senior officers …

Trial run: Electric train chugs over world’s highest arch rail bridge
9 months, 1 week ago

Trial run: Electric train chugs over world’s highest arch rail bridge

Hindustan Times  

Barely three days after Northern Railways conducted a trial run of an electric engine between Sangaldan in Ramban district and Reasi on June 16, an eight-bogie electric train on Thursday successfully conducted a trial run between the two stations, including world’s tallest arch rail bridge, called eighth wonder of the world, over the Chenab river in Reasi. The Railways conducts …

WATCH: Railways conducts successful trial run on world's highest Chenab rail bridge
9 months, 1 week ago

WATCH: Railways conducts successful trial run on world's highest Chenab rail bridge

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Railways conducted a successful trial run on the world's highest railway bridge - the Chenab Rail Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. Reasi: Indian Railway conducts trial run on the world's highest railway bridge over Chenab in Reasi. Minister for Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, said in a post on X, "Successful trial run of MEMU train between Sangaldan …

Jammu-Kashmir: Railways conducts trial run on world's highest Chenab rail bridge | VIDEO
9 months, 1 week ago

Jammu-Kashmir: Railways conducts trial run on world's highest Chenab rail bridge | VIDEO

India TV News  

Chenab rail bridge: Indian Railways today conducted a successful trial run on the newly constructed Chenab Rail Bridge, the world's highest railway bridge. Minister for Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, said in a post on X, "Successful trial run of MEMU train between Sangaldan-Reasi section of USBRL project. Know more about Chenab rail bridge project The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project will be …

J&K: Railways Conduct Inspection At World's Highest Chenab Rail Bridge — WATCH
9 months, 2 weeks ago

J&K: Railways Conduct Inspection At World's Highest Chenab Rail Bridge — WATCH

ABP News  

Jammu and Kashmir: Railway officials on Sunday conducted a thorough inspection of the newly constructed Chenab Rail Bridge, which is the highest railway bridge in the world. #WATCH | J&K: Railway officials conducted an extensive inspection of the newly constructed world's highest railway bridge-Chenab Rail Bridge, built between Sangaldan in Ramban district and Reasi. It… https://t.co/Exeafba6I4 pic.twitter.com/KydDJzmwxL — ANI June …

Railways conducts first trial run of world's highest Chenab rail bridge in Jammu-Kashmir | VIDEO
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Railways conducts first trial run of world's highest Chenab rail bridge in Jammu-Kashmir | VIDEO

India TV News  

Chenab rail bridge: The Indian Railway officials today conducted an extensive inspection of the newly constructed world's highest railway bridge built on the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir. Northern Railway is set to launch train services on the world's highest rail bridge which is built between Sangaldan in Ramban district and Reasi. Know more about Chenab rail bridge project …

Plans to connect Kashmir with rest of India through rail pushed to July
1 year, 1 month ago

Plans to connect Kashmir with rest of India through rail pushed to July

The Hindu  

Even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a newly electrified railway line between Baramulla and Sangaldan in Jammu and Kashmir, his ambition to connect Kashmir via rail to the rest of India may well have to wait for a few more months, as the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project has been delayed due to infrastructural snags. With the Lok Sabha election …

PM Modi Inaugurates Projects Worth Rs 30,500 Cr in Maharashtra, Calls it Major Boost in State Infra
1 year, 2 months ago

PM Modi Inaugurates Projects Worth Rs 30,500 Cr in Maharashtra, Calls it Major Boost in State Infra

News 18  

During his visit to Maharashtra to inaugurate the country’s longest bridge and sea-bridge, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated projects worth Rs 30,500 crore on Friday. The prime minister also inaugurated the extension of a suburban rail corridor and a mega facilitation centre for gems and jewellery and laid the foundation stone of a tunnel road in south Mumbai. The Atal …

Railway Board allots Vande Bharat rakes for Kashmir
1 year, 3 months ago

Railway Board allots Vande Bharat rakes for Kashmir

The Hindu  

The Railway Board has allotted eight coaches for a Vande Bharat Express to run in Jammu and Kashmir along the Udhampur- Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link on Tuesday — in an indication that the Central government may announce the opening of Vande Bharat connecting Kashmir to the rest of India before the Lok Sabha elections in 2024. Last week, the Northern Railway …

World's highest rail bridge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi being developed as tourist spot
1 year, 5 months ago

World's highest rail bridge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi being developed as tourist spot

Hindustan Times  

The world’s highest steel arch rail bridge over the Chenab River in Reasi district, Jammu is being developed as a tourist spot with authorities calling for necessary measures for increasing the visitors’ footfall, officials said on Sunday. World's highest rail bridge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi being developed as tourist spot The 1.3-km rail bridge located 359 metres above the …

Katra-Banihal link: Indian Railways completes around 95 per cent work
1 year, 8 months ago

Katra-Banihal link: Indian Railways completes around 95 per cent work

Firstpost  

With the completion of the project, Kashmir will be linked to the rest of the country through rail. Indian Railways has completed around 95 per cent of work on the Katra-Banihal route, paving the way to connect the Kashmir valley to the rest of the country, Northern Railways said on Friday. The Northern Railways issued the statement after the zone’s …

World’s highest railway bridge to open in Kashmir soon
1 year, 11 months ago

World’s highest railway bridge to open in Kashmir soon

Al Jazeera  

The bridge over the Chenab River, taller than the Eiffel Tower, will provide all-weather connectivity with the valley. The bridge over the Chenab River – 1,315-metre-long and 359-metre-high from the bed of the river – will link the remote region with India’s vast railway network by providing all-weather connectivity. Constructed at a cost of $168m, the bridge is part of …

Vande Bharat express to run in Kashmir by next year: Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
2 years ago

Vande Bharat express to run in Kashmir by next year: Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Hindustan Times  

Union railways minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday hoped that trains to Kashmir, including ‘Vande Bharat’, may start chugging on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project by January next year. Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday hoped that trains to Kashmir, including ‘Vande Bharat’, may start chugging on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project by January next year. After conducting an inspection of …

Taller Than Eiffel Tower, World’s Highest Railway Bridge Over Chenab River in J&K to Open Soon
2 years ago

Taller Than Eiffel Tower, World’s Highest Railway Bridge Over Chenab River in J&K to Open Soon

News 18  

Taller than the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Jammu and Kashmir will soon get a 1.315-km long bridge built at a dizzying height of 359 metres. The railway bridge operates over the Chenab River and is part of ₹35,000 crore worth Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link. Reasi: Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw performs ‘bhumi poojan’ at the site where first trail run of …

Vande Bharat Metro train will run between Jammu and Srinagar once USBRL becomes operational: Ashwini Vaishnaw
2 years ago

Vande Bharat Metro train will run between Jammu and Srinagar once USBRL becomes operational: Ashwini Vaishnaw

India TV News  

Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Project: The Indian Railways will operate Vande Bharat Metro train between Jammu and Srinagar once the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link Project becomes fully operational, said Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday. Speaking to reporters, Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the Vande Bharat Metro train will be operated between Jammu and Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir once the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link …

Railways minister says trains between Kashmir, rest of India will start from…
2 years ago

Railways minister says trains between Kashmir, rest of India will start from…

Hindustan Times  

The Kashmir Valley will finally be connected to the rest of the country through train services by next year, railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, adding that specially designed ‘Vande Bharat' train is also being developed for the Udhampur-Banihal track. Addressing a press conference at the Srinagar railway station in Nowgam area, Vaishnaw stated that Udhampur-Banihal track connecting Jammu with Srinagar …

Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link: Railways shares progress work
2 years ago

Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link: Railways shares progress work

Live Mint  

The Ministry of Railways has shared the details of the Udhampur, Srinagar-Baramulla railway link project on Twitter. Completed Works: Tunnel Mining: 163.07Km of 163.88Km Track Laying: 45.66km of 117.7Km Major Bridges: 22 of 26 -1315 metre Chenab Bridge: 100% -777 metre Bridge No. Last month, a railway official told PTI news agency that the USBRL project is heading towards completion …

Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project heading towards completion
2 years, 1 month ago

Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project heading towards completion

The Hindu  

The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link project is heading towards completion with 90% of its sanctioned cost of ₹37,012.26 crore utilised, a senior railway official said on February 27. The official said the prestigious national project, being personally monitored by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, is progressing “very well” and the works are taking place in “top gear” …

PM Modi inaugurates Phase I of Ahmedabad Metro rail project, takes ride | VIDEO
2 years, 6 months ago

PM Modi inaugurates Phase I of Ahmedabad Metro rail project, takes ride | VIDEO

India TV News  

Highlights Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated Phase I of the Ahmedabad Metro rail project He also took a ride in the metro and interacted with students and co-passengers Earlier today, the Prime Minister flagged off the new Vande Bharat Express train at Gandhinagar Ahmedabad Metro rail project phase I: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated Phase I of …

Rail link with Kashmir would be open to the public before 2024, says Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
3 years, 6 months ago

Rail link with Kashmir would be open to the public before 2024, says Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

The Hindu  

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday, September 13, 2021, promised that rail link with the Kashmir Valley would be open to the public before 2024, an official spokesperson said. Mr. Vaishnaw, who visited the Jammu railway station and a community service centre here, took stock of the facilities being provided to the public. The Railway Minister assured that rail …

PM Modi launches 'Mahabahu Brahmaputra' project, lays foundation of 2 bridges in Assam
4 years, 1 month ago

PM Modi launches 'Mahabahu Brahmaputra' project, lays foundation of 2 bridges in Assam

India TV News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday launched the 'Mahabahu-Brahmaputra' and also layed the foundation stone of Dhubri Phulbari Bridge via video conferencing. The launch of Mahabahu-Brahmaputra will be marked by the inauguration of the Ro-Pax vessel operations between Neamati-Majuli Island, North Guwahati-South Guwahati and Dhubri-Hatsingimari; Shilanyas of Inland Water Transport Terminal at Jogighopa and various tourist jetties on River Brahmaputra …

Complete Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla railway link by August 2022, J&K LG asks Railways
4 years, 7 months ago

Complete Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla railway link by August 2022, J&K LG asks Railways

India TV News  

Jammu and Kashmir railway link project between Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla, a 272-km railway line being built at Rs 27,949 crore is one of the most challenging projects Indian Railways has undertaken. The upcoming railway route will Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla railway link | Key highlights Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has also directed railways to connect Rajouri-Poonch and Kupwara region in Kashmir with the rail link. …

Kashmir to get connected to rest of India via Katra-Banihal rail link by Dec 2021; railway bridge to be taller than Eiffel Tower
5 years, 2 months ago

Kashmir to get connected to rest of India via Katra-Banihal rail link by Dec 2021; railway bridge to be taller than Eiffel Tower

Firstpost  

Kashmir will be connected to the rest of India through railway network by December next year as the government has set a fresh deadline for completion of the world’s highest railway bridge Jammu: Kashmir will be connected to the rest of India through railway network by December next year as the government has set a fresh deadline for completion of …

PM Modi to inaugurate India’s longest railroad bridge Bogibeel, connecting Assam and Arunachal Pradesh
6 years, 3 months ago

PM Modi to inaugurate India’s longest railroad bridge Bogibeel, connecting Assam and Arunachal Pradesh

Op India  

16 years after former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee announced its construction, PM Modi will mark the completion of India’s longest railroad Bogibeel bridge. The 4.94 km long double-decked railroad bridge which spans Brahmaputra river will play a strategic role in reducing connectivity time between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. The lower deck of the bridge river are equipped with two …

PM Modi to flag off first train on India's longest rail-road bridge on Dec 25
6 years, 3 months ago

PM Modi to flag off first train on India's longest rail-road bridge on Dec 25

Deccan Chronicle  

Bogibeel : The first passenger train passing through the Bogibeel bridge will be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, marking the opening of the country's longest rail-cum-road bridge. Passengers had to change trains multiple times and take a long-winded route," Northeast Frontier Railway spokesperson Nripen Bhattacharya said. The Bogibeel bridge connects the south bank of the Brahmaputra …

PM Modi to flag off 1st train on longest rail-road bridge on December 25
6 years, 3 months ago

PM Modi to flag off 1st train on longest rail-road bridge on December 25

Deccan Chronicle  

Assam: The first passenger train passing through the Bogibeel bridge will be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, marking the opening of the country’s longest rail-cum-road bridge. The 4.9-km bridge will cut down the train-travel time between Tinsukia in Assam to Naharlagun town of Arunachal Pradesh by more than 10 hours. The Bogibeel bridge connects the south …

Railways launches main arch of Chenab: World's highest rail bridge an impressive feat but are celebrations misplaced?
7 years, 4 months ago

Railways launches main arch of Chenab: World's highest rail bridge an impressive feat but are celebrations misplaced?

Firstpost  

Though the Chenab Bridge project is considered to be an engineering feat, it does raise a pertinent question: Are the celebrations somewhat out of turn? Work on erecting the foundation pillars of the Chenab Bridge – designed as the world’s tallest rail bridge connecting the critical Katra-Banihal section of the Udhampur Srinagar Baramulla Rail Line project – has been completed. …

‘Tallest bridge built can withstand blasts’
7 years, 10 months ago

‘Tallest bridge built can withstand blasts’

The Hindu  

The world’s tallest railway arch bridge over the Chenab river in Jammu, providing rail connectivity to Kashmir, will be capable of handling high intensity blasts and resisting the worst possible natural disaster. We consulted the Defence Research and Development Organisation to ensure safety of the bridge architecture,” said Rajendra Kumar, Project Director at Konkan Railway Corporation Limited which is executing …

World’s highest railway bridge is coming up over the Chenab in J&K
7 years, 10 months ago

World’s highest railway bridge is coming up over the Chenab in J&K

Live Mint  

New Delhi: In around two years from now, the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir will be spanned by the world’s highest railway bridge that is expected to be 35 metres taller than the Eiffel Tower. “The construction of the bridge is the most challenging part of the Kashmir rail link project and once completed, it will be an engineering …

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