Ministry of Railways, Train to Kashmir, Katra to Srinagar Vande Bharat: Indian Railways (IR) much-awaited Vande Bharat Express train for Kashmir Valley has commenced commercial run. This new semi-high-speed train between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK) and Srinagar has been running with full occupancy since Saturday (June 7). The train was flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (June 6, 2025). Katra to Kashmir Vande Bharat Train: Security and SafetyPrioritising passenger safety, the Ministry of Railways has enhanced security measures for the Katra to Kashmir Vande Bharat train. The Railway Protection Force’s elite CORAS commandos have been deployed to ensure round-the-clock security across the train. With strategic, coach-wise vigilance, Kashmir’s first Vande Bharat train now operates under a robust and elite security cover.RPF CORAS CommandosCORAS (Commando for Railway Security), a specialised unit of the Railway Protection Force (RPF), was established in 2019 under the leadership of then Railway Minister Piyush Goyal, alongside the introduction of a new RPF establishment manual. Designed to address evolving security challenges in the railway network, CORAS personnel are equipped with world-class training and state-of-the-art facilities. This elite unit is tasked with responding to high-risk and critical situations, ensuring enhanced safety across the Indian Railways.Katra to Srinagar Vande Bharat Train FeaturesJammu-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 fogging or freezing, ensuring clear visibility in extreme temperatures. The train also has heating elements in the plumbing and bio-toilets to prevent water from freezing, ensuring that essential systems continue to function during cold weather.
Katra to Srinagar Vande Bharat Train: Indian Railways deploys RPF’s CORAS commandos for passenger safety
