The Katra to Srinagar Vande Bharat train has reached the UT and completed the trial run. This orange and grey coloured train is set to begin its commercial service soon.
ETNOW.in quoted a senior railway official said, “Katra to Srinagar Vande Bharat Express train is most likely to be launched in the next 15 days.”
The Katra to Srinagar Vande Bharat train will be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The fare or ticket prices of the Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express train have not been finalized yet. It is expected that the fare for travelling from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Srinagar and vice versa could be around Rs 1500-1600 for AC Chair Car and Rs 2200-Rs 2500 for Executive Chair Car.
Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat train is specially designed with anti-freezing features. It is different from the Vande Bharat Express running across the country. It is specially designed to operate smoothly in extremely cold conditions, i.e. as low as -20°C. To ensure comfort for passengers and drivers, the train is equipped with advanced heating systems.
The driver’s cabin features a heated windshield to prevent it from fogging up or freezing, ensuring clear visibility in extreme temperatures. Further, the train has heating elements in the plumbing and bio-toilets to prevent water from freezing, ensuring that essential systems continue to function during cold weather.
