Srinagar, Dec. 23 -- National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah on Monday travelled to Srinagar aboard the Vande Bharat Express from Katra, the base camp of the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, marking another significant moment in the expansion of rail connectivity to the Kashmir Valley.

According to officials, Dr Abdullah arrived in Katra town earlier in the day and subsequently boarded the Vande Bharat train for his journey to Srinagar. Speaking to reporters after his arrival, he highlighted the importance of the rail link connecting Kashmir with the rest of the country.

He said the railway connectivity has brought immense benefits to the Valley by providing reliable, all-weather transport to residents. Dr Abdullah noted that even dur...