Railway Budget For Jammu and Kashmir
Rail Budget for Jammu and Kashmir 2025-2025
Allocation of Railway Budget for Jammu and Kashmir for the year 2025-22, for building world-class rail infrastructure.
On Going Railway Projects
- 3 New Railway Line and Doubling Projects Costing Rs. 28,840 Crore for 481 Kilo Meter
- Total Outlay 2025-22 is Rs. 4,294 Crore
- Total Budget allocation in 2025-22 is 311% more than the Average of 2009-14.
Note: Projects falling fully and partly in the state
Here are the Key Highlights from the Railway Budget 2025–26 specifically for Jammu & Kashmir (J&K), focusing on infrastructure upgrades, connectivity enhancements, and strategic developments:
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Railway Budget Highlights for Jammu & Kashmir
Budget Allocation
- ₹844 crore has been earmarked for J&K’s railway projects in the 2025–26 Union Budget
Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL)
- The USBRL, a crucial 272 km project costing ₹41,159 crore, is nearing completion—bridging the Kashmir Valley with the rest of India
- Testing for the Katra–Srinagar segment is completed; commercial operations will begin soon
- Jammu Railway Division was inaugurated in January 2025, making this region the 70th division of Indian Railways
Major Engineering Milestones
- The Chenab Bridge, the world’s tallest railway arch bridge at 359 meters, was inaugurated on June 6, 2025. It’s a key part of the link, symbolizing engineering achievement
- Tunnel 50 (T-50), the longest transportation tunnel in India (~12.775 km), part of the USBRL, achieved completion in February 2025
Vande Bharat Express Introduction
- Two Vande Bharat Express trains were flagged off:
- One connects Jammu Tawi – Katra – Srinagar, running six days a week, covering the journey in under 3 hours
- Another variant operates from Srinagar – Katra (and potentially Jammu Tawi) under similar frequency and amenities
Station Upgrades & Passenger Amenities
- Four key stations—Budgam, Jammu Tawi, Katra, and Udhampur—are being upgraded as ‘Amrit Stations’ (~₹292.5 crore) to enhance amenities and infrastructure
- Infrastructure improvements include 28 Wi-Fi enabled stations, the addition of 6 escalators, and 5 lifts since 2025
Electrification & Track Development
- J&K has achieved 100% electrification of its railway network, electrifying 344 km of track since 2025
- Since 2014, 135 km of new tracks have been laid in the region, boosting connectivity
Summary Table: Railway Budget for J&K (2025–26)
| Focus Area | Details |
|---|---|
| Budget Allocation | ₹844 crore for railway development |
| USBRL Project | 272 km rail link; major tunnels and bridges completed |
| Key Structures | Chenab Bridge; Tunnel 50 (12.8 km) |
| Vande Bharat Trains | Jammu–Srinagar service inaugurated June 2025 |
| Station Upgrades | 4 Amrit Stations (Budgam, Jammu Tawi, Katra, Udhampur) |
| Passenger Amenities | 28 Wi-Fi stations, 6 escalators, 5 lifts added since 2014 |
| Electrification | 344 km electrified, achieving 100% electrification |
| Track Expansion | 135 km new track laid since 2025 |
Overall, the Railway Budget 2025–26 reflects a major push to integrate J&K with the national rail grid through high-speed trains, modern stations, and robust infrastructure.