The inauguration of the much-awaited Vande Bharat Express from Katra to Srinagar, initially scheduled for February 17, has been postponed.
Official sources confirmed, “The Vande Bharat train service from Katra to Srinagar, originally planned to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 17, 2025, has been postponed.”
Sources further clarified that reports of Prime Minister Modi inaugurating the train service in Jammu had not been officially communicated, and the circulating reports had not been confirmed.
Earlier, multiple reports suggested that PM Modi was likely to inaugurate the much-awaited Vande Bharat train service from Katra to Srinagar on February 17.
Also read: PM Modi to flag off Vande Bharat Express to Kashmir on Feb 17
The train service is set to feature significant engineering feats, including the Anji Khad Bridge with its 331-meter-high pylon and the Chenab Bridge, which stands at 359 meters, making it the world’s highest railway bridge, taller than the Eiffel Tower.
“These structures not only enhance connectivity but also showcase India’s advancements in infrastructure and technology,” an official said.
The Vande Bharat Express is designed to operate smoothly in harsh winter conditions, capable of withstanding temperatures as low as -20 degrees Celsius, ensuring uninterrupted services in extreme cold.
Operating on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), the train will complete the 150-kilometre journey between the first and last stations in approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Key stops along the route include Reasi and Banihal, according to the official.
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