Kashmir to Kanyakumari: Indian Railways set to launch direct train service | IN PICS
Indian Railways is set to launch a direct train service connecting Kashmir to Kanyakumari in 2025. This initiative will enhance rail connectivity, boost tourism, and contribute to India's economic growth.
In a major boost to connectivity, Indian Railways is set to launch a direct train service linking Kashmir to Kanyakumari in 2025. This ambitious plan will connect the northernmost and southernmost tips of India, offering travelers a seamless rail journey across the country.
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Indian Railways recently completed the 383-km-long Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, a key milestone in improving rail connectivity to Kashmir.
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Falling under the Northern Railway (NR) zone, the USBRL project eliminates significant hurdles in linking Kashmir with the rest of India.
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The project now enables the possibility of direct train services from Srinagar to other parts of the country. Currently, Jammu and Kashmir has long-distance rail connectivity only from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station.
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Currently, train number 16317/16318 Himsagar Express connects Kanyakumari to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, covering a distance of 3,127 km in 54 hours and 40 minutes. The train operates once a week, stopping at 41 stations along its route.
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The Himsagar Express departs from Kanyakumari every Friday at 14:15 hrs and reaches Katra on the fourth day at 10:45 hrs. On its return, it leaves Katra every Monday at 22:25 hrs, reaching Kanyakumari the next day at 23:05 hrs.
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The proposed direct train service from Srinagar to Kanyakumari is expected to revolutionize travel, making it easier for passengers to traverse the entire country by rail.
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This initiative is also anticipated to boost tourism in Kashmir and Kanyakumari, attracting visitors to both regions.
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Apart from enhancing passenger convenience, the train service will contribute significantly to economic growth. Improved connectivity will facilitate trade, tourism, and cultural exchange between the two ends of India.
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Indian Railways’ ambitious plans mark a step toward seamless national integration, promising a historic addition to the country’s rail network.