(Metro Rail News): The Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the new Jammu Railway Division. Furthermore, he also inaugurated the Charlapalli New Terminal Station in Telangana.
During the event, Shri Narendra Modi also laid the foundation stone for the Rayagada Railway Division Building of East Coast Railway, which will enhance connectivity in Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and nearby areas.
About Jammu Railway Division Project
The total rail network of The Jammu Division spans 742.1 km, with sections mentioned below:
| Section | Length |
| Pathankot-Jammu-Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla | 423 km |
| Bhogpur-Sirwal-Pathankot | 87.21 km |
| Batala (excluding)-Pathankot | 68.17 km |
| Pathankot-Joginder Nagar | 163.72 km |
Official Statements by PM Modi
PM Modi stated “Integration of J&K into the national railway network is a monumental step towards transforming Indian Railways into a global leader in efficiency, speed, and passenger experience.
PM Modi mentioned “We are taking forward the development of railways in India on four parameters.
- Modernization of railway infrastructure
- Modern facilities for railway passengers
- Railway connectivity in every corner of the country
- Railways for creating jobs, supporting industries
PM Modi said’’As the railway network expands, setting up new divisions like Jammu will benefit regions like Jammu, Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Leh-Ladakh. J&K is achieving new milestones in railway infrastructure, with the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail line is being discussed all over the country today,”
