How train to Kashmir can be a gamechanger for trade, tourism, and economy of J&K
PM Modi inaugurated two Vande Bharat trains connecting Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Srinagar, marking a historic milestone that will boost development, trade, and tourism in Kashmir. The journey, which used to take hours by road, can now be completed in just 3 hours. The project faced challenges, but it will greatly benefit the economy and tourism of Jammu and Kashmir.
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