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Srinagar : In a historic development for Jammu and Kashmir, the first-ever foodgrain freight train of Indian Railways has successfully reached the Kashmir Valley, carrying approximately 1,384 metric tonnes of rice. The landmark achievement marks the Valley’s formal integration into the national freight rail network.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha congratulated the Indian Railways on this momentous occasion, describing it as the fulfilment of a long-cherished dream of seamless rail connectivity for the Kashmir region. He termed the arrival of the freight train a transformative step towards strengthening the region’s logistics and supply chain ecosystem.
The Lieutenant Governor highlighted that the commencement of freight train services will bring far-reaching benefits to the people, trade, and infrastructure development of the Valley. He emphasised that year-round rail-based freight movement will ensure an uninterrupted supply of essential commodities, remain resilient against adverse weather conditions, and significantly reduce the burden on National Highway-44.
Manoj Sinha expressed his gratitude to Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Hon’ble Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw for their visionary leadership and commitment to making the economic progress of Jammu and Kashmir an integral part of Bharat’s rapid growth journey.
He further stated that this milestone ushers in a new chapter of economic integration, enhanced logistics efficiency, and sustainable development, reinforcing connectivity and strengthening confidence in the long-term growth prospects of Jammu and Kashmir.
