PM to Inaugurate Vande Bharat Train to Kashmir in 2025
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | PM to Inaugurate First Vande Bharat Train to Kashmir in April 2025. |
| Route | Katra to Srinagar in three hours. |
| Key Highlights | - Expanded Railway Connectivity in Kashmir: Completion of 272-km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project. - Climate-Specific Features: Advanced heating systems, driver's front look-out glass with embedded heating elements. - Anji Khad Bridge: India's first cable-stayed rail bridge in Reasi district, part of USBRL project. |
| Anji Khad Bridge | - Length: 725.5 meters. - Pylon Height: 331 meters. - Wind Resistance: Up to 213 km/h. - Speed: Supports trains at 100 km/h. - Cables: 96 cables (82 to 295 meters). - Foundation: Innovative hybrid foundation. |
| Vande Bharat Trains | - Description: Indigenously designed and manufactured semi high-speed, self-propelled train. - Manufacturer: Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, under 'Make in India'. - Cost: Approximately Rs. 100 crore. - Technology: Train set configuration (faster, energy-efficient, easier maintenance). |