Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express Begins Operations June 7: Timings, Route, And Ticket Prices Revealed
photoDetails english 2911701 https://zeenews.india.com/photos/india/katra-srinagar-vande-bharat-express-begins-operations-june-7-timings-route-and-ticket-prices-revealed-2911713 Updated:Jun 06, 2025, 08:00 AM IST PM Modi To Launch Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express
1 / 7
The Northern Railway said that the Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express will be ready for commercial operations from June 7. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the service on Friday. 3-Hour Journey Unveiled
2 / 7
The train, which will run between Katra and Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir, will provide passengers with a 3-hour journey at high speed along with a halt at Banihal. Train Timings And Schedule
3 / 7
Two sets of Vande Bharat Express trains (Train Nos. 26404/26403 and 26401/26402) will run on the Srinagar-Katra-Srinagar route, undertaking four trips a day. The first train leaves Katra at 8:10 AM and arrives at Srinagar at 11:08 AM, while its return journey starts at Srinagar at 2:00 PM and reaches Katra by 4:58 PM. It will not run on Tuesdays. New 2:55 PM Departure, Alternate Day Schedule Revealed
4 / 7
The other train departs from Katra at 2:55 PM and arrives in Srinagar at 5:53 PM, and on the return trip from Srinagar at 8:00 AM next day, but on every alternate day, excluding Wednesdays. Further halts will be introduced later, officials said. Ticket Prices
5 / 7
The Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express will have two classes: AC Chair Car (Rs 715) and Executive Chair Car (Rs 1,320). Tickets will be open for sale on the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) website after the inauguration. Official Statements
6 / 7
One Northern Railway representative said, "The trains will initially stop only at Banihal, covering the Katra-Srinagar route in approximately three hours, with fares set at Rs 715 for Chair Car and Rs 1,320 for Executive Class." The service is expected to increase connectivity in the area, enhance tourism and accessibility. PM Modi's Vande Bharat Launch Boosts Jammu-Kashmir Rail Travel
7 / 7
The launch by PM Modi is an important step towards developing rail travel in Jammu and Kashmir, with the Vande Bharat Express offering faster and more comfortable travel for commuters.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
38 minutes ago
- Time of India
'Bring sponsors, perpetrators & financiers of terror to justice'
NEW DELHI: The 4th India-Central Asia Dialogue saw the two sides stressing that perpetrators, organisers, financiers and sponsors of terrorist acts must be held accountable and brought to justice, while also unequivocally condemning the Pahalgam attack. In a joint statement, they underlined the need to strengthen UN-led global counterterrorism cooperation and fully implement the relevant UNSC resolutions, Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy and FATF standards. External affairs minister S Jaishankar and his counterparts from Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic and Turkmenistan called on PM Narendra Modi after the Dialogue that saw focus on issues related to connectivity, trade, investment and counterterrorism. "India deeply cherishes its historical ties with the countries of Central Asia. Look forward to working together to further deepen our cooperation in trade, connectivity, energy, fintech, food security and health for mutual progress and prosperity,"Modi said in a post on X, adding both sides stood firm and resolute in their collective fight against terrorism. A joint statement said that the ministers unequivocally condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
Time of India
39 minutes ago
- Time of India
UP CM adviser holds talks with Goswami community over Banke Bihari Corridor
Agra: Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath's adviser Awanish Kumar Awasthi on Friday, chaired a meeting at the tourist facilitation centre in Vrindavan, to discuss issues related to the proposed Banke Bihari Corridor with members of the Goswami community involved in the management of the temple, local shopkeepers and residents. Speaking to media persons after the meeting, Awasthi said the proposed project aims to enhance facilities for pilgrims, and efficiently manage the increasing pilgrim footfall in the Mathura-Vrindavan area. "The number of pilgrims visiting the area is rising exponentially. Today's meeting focused on how to effectively cater to this surge while ensuring public confidence and participation in the planning process. This was the first round of discussions, and it was very productive," he said. On concerns raised by the Goswami community regarding the project, Awasthi said several suggestions had been put forth during the meeting. "The district magistrate and other officials will carefully evaluate these inputs. The state govt aims to proceed with the most inclusive and best possible option to take the project forward," Awasthi said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Established in 1862 in the heart of Vrindavan, the Shri Banke Bihari temple is administered by Shebaits — a hereditary priesthood responsible for daily rituals and temple management. It remains one of North India's most visited pilgrimage sites. The Supreme Court's May 15 verdict came amid ongoing protests by members of the Goswami community and local residents, who have opposed both the corridor project and the formation of Banke Bihari Temple Trust. The court's decision, delivered by a bench of Justices Bela M Trivedi and SC Sharma, cleared the way for the govt to move ahead with its Rs 500 crore redevelopment plan, which includes acquiring nearly five acres of land near the shrine, using temple funds. Calls for redevelopment intensified after a stampede-like incident during Janmashtami celebrations in 2022, left two dead. In Sept 2023, the Allahabad high court directed the state govt to implement a corridor plan for improved crowd management and safety. While officials claim stakeholders were consulted, Shebaits and local residents have alleged they were excluded from the planning process. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
39 minutes ago
- Time of India
To battle floods, Bengal govt to start Teesta dredging soon
1 2 3 Jalpaiguri: With the bed of the Teesta rising around two metres following the 2023 Glacier Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) in Sikkim, Bengal govt has decided to dredge and desilt the river. The GLOF at North Sikkim's South Lhonak Lake in Oct 2023 had significantly impacted the Teesta riverbed with massive silt deposit. Experts fear that if the river is not desilted immediately, a heavy downpour in the upper catchment areas might spell doom for the areas the Teesta flows through. The rising river has already washed away two villages — Laltong and Chamakdangi — in Jalpaiguri's Rajganj block. At least 200 families from the two villages have been relocated to Kholachand Fapri. Bengal govt has decided to engage West Bengal Mineral Development and Trading Corporation Ltd (WBMDTCL) and the irrigation department to desilt some 30 spots on the Teesta from Sevoke railway bridge to Maynaguri's Bakali, across 50 km. "It would be a no-cost-effect dredging and the state will gain revenue by selling the sand and riverbed material," said irrigation minister Manas Bhunia in Jalpaiguri on Thursday after a meeting with departments concerned. A survey by the irrigation department estimates that it would cost about Rs 567 crore to desilt the Teesta if private agencies are involved. "Centre has not given a single penny since 2016 for desilting or bund repairing. This year, Centre has allocated only Rs 412 crore for the entire country's flood management. We, therefore, have decided to desilt Teesta on our own," Bhunia said. The minister also advocated for an India-Bhutan river commission. "There are 76 rivers originating from Bhutan which spell catastrophe for the Dooars every monsoon. They bring along dolomite, raising riverbeds by 4-5 feet. A joint river commission is the need of the hour but Centre is paying no heed to our appeals," he said. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
