J&K: Lt Governor Manoj Sinha and Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launch Vistadome train services in Kashmir

Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the much-awaited Vistadome train services in Kashmir yesterday.

Union Minister and Chief Ministers of Assam and Tripura 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, the Railway Minister said, in the last nine years, Jammu and Kashmir has changed a lot and the change is discernible on the ground. He said, after abrogation of Article 370, development of Jammu and Kashmir is pacing fast. He said meetings of G20 were held in the Union Territory and in Railways also, various development projects have been ongoing in Jammu



Kashmir. 

Mr Vaishnaw said, the development work has been completed on Chenab Bridge, Anji Bridge, tunnels have been completed except on some portion.

The Lt Governor congratulated the people of the UT of J&K. He said, they were grateful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for introducing Vistadome train services in the Kashmir Valley. He said it is a symbol that facilities available in developed countries are now accessible to people of Jammu and Kashmir. 

He also expressed gratitude to Minister for Railways for elevating the travel experience of people and tourists. He said the Vistadome services will have a profound impact on tourism and contribute to the economic growth and cultural enrichment of the region.