Ravneet Bittu Expresses Gratitude to Prime Minister for New Vande Bharat Train from Katra to Amritsar
Union Minister of State for Railways, Ravneet Singh Bittu, extended heartfelt thanks to the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for launching a new Vande Bharat Train between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and the holy city of Amritsar.
Calling it a significant milestone for Punjab, the Minister stated that the new high-speed train will not only facilitate spiritual travel for devotees but will also boost tourism and trade between Katra and Amritsar. He emphasized that the modern and comfortable travel experience offered by the Vande Bharat will benefit passengers traveling to and from the region, including those visiting the valley. The passengers boarding from pathankot, jalandhar and Beas would also be benefitted.
Highlighting upcoming railway initiatives of Vande Bharat Train in Punjab, Bittu announced that the state is poised for a major transformation in rail infrastructure. He said that several new railway projects will soon commence. These include the development of new rail lines and improved connectivity. Construction of Road Over Bridges (ROBs) and Road Under Bridges (RUBs) will also take place. Additionally, railway stations will be redeveloped.
He further added that projects already in progress will be expedited and completed swiftly. “The Prime Minister has a grand vision for Punjab. His deep affection for the people of the state is clearly reflected in the railway initiatives being undertaken,” said Bittu.
