SRINAGAR: Director General of Police, Jammu & Kashmir, R.R Swain, on Thursday conducted a comprehensive review of security measures at the newly established stations in Khari and Sangaldan, in Ramban district. 

Accompanying him were ADGP Railways, J&K, SJM Geelani, ADGP Armed/L&O, J&K, Vijay Kumar, and ADGP Jammu Zone, Anand Jain.
He interacted with the Government Railways Police and jurisdictional police officers and conducted inspection of some areas of the railway stations, a police spokesperson said in a statement to GNS. He also interacted with the senior railway officers and enquired about the various facilities provided including accommodation for stationed staff.

On the occasion DIG DKR range Shreedhar Patil, SSP Ramban, SSP Railways, SSP NHW and other jurisdictional officers briefed the officers.
During the visit, the DGP in his interaction emphasised upon, enhancing the security protocols and ensuring the safety of the passengers and public assets. 

“The DGP reiterated the commitment of the Jammu & Kashmir Police to maintaining peace and security in the region, emphasizing the importance of proactive measures in countering potential threats,” the spokesperson said.

He also took the opportunity to interact with the staff of Indian Railways, underscoring the importance of collaboration between law enforcement agencies and railway personnel in safeguarding critical infrastructure and ensuring the security of passengers and cargo.

The collaborative efforts between various law enforcement agencies and stakeholders, including Indian Railways, are vital in safeguarding critical infrastructure and ensuring the security of passengers and cargo. 

“The DGP expressed confidence in the capabilities of the officers and personnel involved in ensuring the security of the newly commissioned stations.”

The DGP also emphasised on the importance of community engagement and encouraged cooperation between the police and local residents to foster a safer environment, the spokesperson added. (GNS)

SRINAGAR: In a latest development vis-à-vis the extension of approximately 33.7 kilometre long railway line from Sopore to Kupwara under the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, the Kupwara administration has sought latest requisite data from various offices in the district for the purpose of ‘Final Location Survey’ (FLS) by the Railway authorities.

“Dy. Chief Engineer/C-II, Northern Railway, USBRL Project, Banihal vide communication under reference has conveyed that Northern Railway is conducting the Final Location Survey (FLS) for extending the Railway Line from Sopore to Kupwara. An assessment of the anticipated traffic on this proposed new line has to be made as a part of the project report which will help in deciding the requisite infrastructure at various stations,” reads a communiqué by ADC Kupwara to General Manager DIC, Chief Agricultural Officer, ARTO, Assistant Director FCS&CA, Area Marketing Officer, Deputy Registrar Cooperatives Society Kupwara and Executive Officer MC Kupwara/Handwara/Langate.

“Now therefore, you are requested to provide latest data pertaining to your respective departments with regard to the population of the towns in the Project area and the transportation requirement for various commodities i.e Food Grains, Fertilizer, Cement, Diesel, Petrol, Steel Etc for the Project Area,” reads the communiqué, a copy of which lies with GNS.

“This requires your personal attention and needs to be submitted to this Office (ADC Office) within 03 days positively,” reads the communiqué further. (GNS)

SRINAGAR: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday flagged off the first electric train in the Kashmir valley and the train service between Sangaldan station and Baramulla station, the move drew praise from National Conference Chief Farooq Abdullah who expressed his thanks to Prime Minister Modi.

“We needed it. It is important for our tourism and people. This is a big step that has been taken today. I congratulate the Railway Ministry, PM Modi for this," said National Conference Chief Farooq Abdullah.( HT News Network)

SRINAGAR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday visited Jammu where he inaugurated the first Electric Train and also inaugurated the train service between Sangaldan station and Baramulla station.

He also launched multiple development projects, including those for education, railway, aviation, and road sectors, worth over 32,000 crore.

Also, he distributed appointment orders to about 1,500 new Jammu and Kashmir government recruits. The Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for a new terminal building at Jammu Airport.

He dedicated various rail projects in Jammu and Kashmir, including the new rail line between Banihal-Khari-Sumber-Sangaldan (48 Km) and the newly electrified Baramulla-Sringar-Banihal-Sangaldan section (185.66 Km). PM Narendra Modi also inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth ?32,5000 crore in Jammu on Tuesday.

The projects related to several sectors, including health, education, rail, road, aviation, petroleum, and civic infrastructure, among others. Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha felicitated PM Narendra Modi during the public programme in Jammu. (KNS).

SRINAGAR: A train running between Budgam to Banihal caught fire in its engine, prompting the authorities to launch an immediate rescue operation.

Officials in the knowhow of things told GNS that the railway bearing number 09760 was abruptly halted after smoke was spotted billowing out of the engine. 

"The railway authorities swung into action and resorted to fire safety measures and brought the flames under control averting injury to all the on board passengers and also any damage to the train", the official said. 

Further details awaited. (GNS)

SRINAGAR Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha and Union Minister for Railways, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, today launched the much-awaited Vistadome train services in Kashmir.

Union Minister and Chief Ministers of Assam and Tripura had joined the ceremony through video-conferencing. Later, the Lt Governor flagged off the first Vistadome coach train to Banihal from Srinagar Station.

Speaking on the occasion, Sh Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Railway Minister said, in the last nine years, Jammu Kashmir has changed a lot and the change is discernible on the ground.

After abrogation of Article 370, development of Jammu and Kashmir is pacing fast. Recently, meetings of G20 were held in the UT. In Railways also, various development projects have been ongoing in Jammu Kashmir and the development work has been completed on Chenab Bridge, Anji Bridge, tunnels have been completed except on some portion, he said.

In his address, the Lt Governor congratulated the people of the UT of J&K on the momentous occasion.

“We are grateful to Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji for introducing Vistadome train services in the Kashmir Valley. Vistadome is a symbol that facilities available in developed countries are now accessible to people of J&K,” the Lt Governor said.

He also expressed gratitude to Sh Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways for elevating the travel experience of people and tourists.

The Lt Governor said the Vistadome services will have a profound impact on tourism and contribute to the economic growth and cultural enrichment of the region.

It is a big leap by Railways in the development of the Union Territory. The state of the art Vistadome will attract tourists in large number and open up more livelihood generation avenues for the people living in the cities, towns and villages connected to all the railway stations enroute, he added.

At the launch ceremony, the Lt Governor also shared the transformational journey of Jammu Kashmir over the past few years.

He said that there has been a substantial boost in tourism in recent times and the new Vistadome coach will further give impetus to the development of the area.

The specially designed Vistadome coach is equipped with wide windows, revolving chairs and glass rooftop, offering the passengers a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape.

Sh Junaid Azim Mattu, Mayor, SMC; Dr Farooq Abdullah, Member of Parliament; Sh Aftab Malik, Chairman, DDC Srinagar; senior officials of Northern Railways, Civil and Police Administration and people in large numbers attended the launch ceremony.(GNS)

SRINAGAR: The Railway Authority has given its nod to a proposal for a special train between Budgam-Banihal and back.

The Railway Authority in a communication, as per GNS, has conveyed to Northern Railway that it may plan the train service with train number 04688/04687 at any convenient date and start the train service. (GNS)

SRINAGAR: Two individuals were injured in a train mishap that occurred in Pulwama on Wednesday evening sources said.

Sources told news agency Kashmir Scroll that on Wednesday evening, two passengers who were on board a train with the number 04484 were hurt after sticking their legs out of the train door.

The incident occurred at Ratnipora stopping in Pulwama district in south Kashmir. The train was en route from Banihal to Baramulla, sources added. (KS)

SRINAGAR: 51-year-old man died after falling from a moving train in south Kashmir's Anantnag district, officials said.

They told GNS that one Abdul Salam Haji (51), son of Ghulam Mohammad Haji, resident of Zamalgam Bona Gund Verinag Anantnag fell down a train along Qazigund-Sadura section. 

The person, the officials said died on the spot. 

Confirming it, a police official told GNS that they have taken cognisance of the incident. (GNS)

SRINAGAR : A non-local person was killed after being hit by a moving train along Anantnag to Sadura railway section this morning, officials said.

They told GNS that the deceased received fatal injuries after getting hit by the train plying from Baramulla to Banihal. The person died instantly, they said. 

The name of the deceased is being ascertained, they said further. (GNS)

SRINAGAR: A  man was critically injured after allegedly hit by train in south Kashmir's Pulwama district on Tuesday morning.

Reports reaching to GNS said that a man identified as Shakeel Ahmad Dar son of Mohammad Yousuf Dar, a resident of Naina Batpora area of Pulwama,was hit by train near Panzgam railway station. He has been shifted to near by hospital for treatment in a critical condition.

Meanwhile, a railway offical confirmed to GNS and said that a case has been registered in this regard.(GNS)