On June 17th, 2024, a trial train successfully completed its journey from Sangaldan to Reasi, crossing the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest steel arch rail bridge. This is a significant milestone for the Udhampur Srinagar Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, which aims to connect Kashmir Valley to the national railway network....
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The Chenab Bridge, built over the Chenab River gorge in Reasi district, Jammu and Kashmir, stands taller than the Eiffel Tower in Paris at a height of 359 meters. Construction works for the USBRL project are nearing completion with only tunnel No. 1 partially unfinished. A two-day inspection of the 46-km Sangaldan-Reasi section of the USBRL, including the Chenab Bridge, is scheduled for June 27th and 28th by the Railways Safety Commissioner D.C. Deshwal. The inspection is part of the final preparations for the section's commissioning.

Local workers employed in the ongoing construction of the railway tunnel at the GITTI Maidan in Srinagar have alleged that they are being laid off. Despite the construction project having more than two years to go, the executing agency of the railway work has initiated the process of removing them. ...
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Deepak Patwal, Hari Singh, Sanjay Lal, and Kuldeep stated that on May 1st, a list was posted at the railway worksite, indicating the removal of 20 workers. Subsequently, a list of 48 workers was posted, resulting in their termination. They highlighted that the railway project is expected to continue for another two to three years and argued against their removal during this time. They appealed to the Trade Association and student organizations for support, urging them to prioritize local employment. On the other hand, Chakradhar, HR Admin of the executing company, Rithvik, clarified that the action is being taken as per regulations, in connection with the completion of a specific part of the project.

Shobhan Chaudhuri, General Manager of Northern Railway, inspected the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link Project on Friday. He inspected various sections, including the Chenab Bridge, tunnels, and bridges near Katra and Reasi. Chaudhuri expressed satisfaction with the progress but emphasized the need to accelerate work and maintain safety precautions. He also highlighted the...
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importance of the tunnel near Katra for the project's completion. A review meeting was held with KRCL to discuss the project's progress and set targets. This challenging project, traversing the Himalayas, will connect Kashmir Valley to the rest of the Indian railway network.

Anil Kumar Khandelwal, Member Infrastructure of the Railway Board, inspected the Srinagar-Sangaldan-Katra section of the USBRL project on Monday. He started his inspection from Srinagar by train and continued it by motor trolley from Sangaldan to Katra. He paid special attention to the ongoing works at Sawalakote yard and Tunnel T-33...
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near Katra, which are crucial for the project's completion. He expressed satisfaction with the progress and urged the authorities to closely monitor Tunnel T-33. The USBRL project is considered one of the most challenging railway line projects in India, navigating the complex geology of the Himalayas. Khandelwal emphasized the importance of the project in connecting the Kashmir Valley to the rest of India's railway network.

Anil Kumar Khandelwal, Member Infrastructure of the Railway Board, inspected the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project's progress on May 6th. He conducted a motor trolley inspection from Sangaldan to Katra, noting the project's advancement towards connecting Kashmir to India's railway network. The inspection covered the Srinagar-Sangaldan-Katra section, including critical works in...
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Sawalakote yard and Tunnel T-33 near Katra. Khandelwal expressed satisfaction with the progress and emphasized the importance of monitoring Tunnel T-33. The USBRL project is considered one of the most challenging railway projects in India, traversing through the Himalayas. The Banihal-Khari-Sumber-Sangaldan section is notable for its use of Ballast Less Track (BLT) and includes India's longest transportation tunnel, T-50 (12.77 km), between Khari and Sumber. The Katra-Banihal section faces particularly challenging geological conditions.