Trains To Run At 100 Kmph On Katra-Banihal Rail Section In J&K
The Indian Railway Ministry has approved increasing train speeds to 100 kmph on the Katra-Banihal rail section in Jammu and Kashmir. This infrastructure upgrade aims to improve connectivity, boost regional tourism, and facilitate faster travel for passengers in the mountainous region.
Why it matters
Enhanced rail infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir is a strategic priority for India to improve economic integration and accessibility in a historically difficult-to-reach region.
The Railway Ministry on Wednesday approved a plan to increase the maximum permissible speed of trains to 100 kmph on the 111-kilometre-long new Broad Gauge rail section between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Banihal under the Jammu Division of Northern Railway.According to Northern Railway, the permissible speed on this section was 85 kmph for the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra - Sangaldan section and 75 kmph for the Sangaldan - Banihal section.This decision has been taken after ensuring compliance with all the prescribed safety conditions by the Railways before the speed increase.Senior Divisional Commercial Manager of Jammu, Uchit Singhal, mentioned that the increase in speed will strengthen the connectivity of Jammu and Kashmir, providing passengers with faster, safer, and more comfortable travel facilities."The increase in speed will not only reduce travel time, but will also strengthen the connectivity of Jammu-Kashmir.
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