Jammu, Aug 29 : Northern Railway’s Jammu Division has restored the train service between Budgam in Kashmir and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra from Friday, providing direct connectivity between the Valley and the Jammu region.
Train number 04688/04687 will operate on its regular route between Budgam (BDGM) and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK) with effect from August 29, according to a statement issued by Northern Railway.
Train 04688 will depart from Budgam at 7:20 am and arrive at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra at 1 pm.
On the return journey, train 04687 will leave Katra at 1:45 pm and reach Budgam at 8 pm.
The restoration of the service is expected to benefit residents of the Kashmir Valley, students, employees and pilgrims travelling to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine.
The railway said the service would serve as an important link between Kashmir Valley and the Jammu region and provide passengers with a convenient travel option.
Passengers have been advised to check the latest train status and timings before starting their journey through the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) mobile application, Indian Railways website or helpline number 139.
Northern Railway said it remains committed to providing safe, smooth and comfortable travel facilities to passengers.(KNS)
