In view of the closure of Jammu-Srinagar National Highway(NH-44) between Jammu and Srinagar, the Railways has decided to operate a special train between Budgam and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to facilitate stranded passengers and manage the heavy rush at railway stations.

 

Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the decision was taken following a request from Commercial Control/Jammu Tawi after the highway closure led to a significant increase in passenger traffic at Srinagar and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Railway stations. The special train will depart from Budgam at 1 PM, reaching Srinagar at 1:12 PM, Banihal at 2:15 PM, Sangaldan at 2:58 PM, and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra at 4:20 PM. On the return journey, the train will leave Katra at 5:05 PM, arrive at Sangaldan at 5:50 PM, Banihal at 6:40 PM, Srinagar at 8:00 PM, and Budgam at 8:30 PM.

 

The special service has been introduced to provide relief to passengers affected by the disruption in road connectivity and ensure smooth movement between Kashmir and Jammu.