Srinagar, June 6 -- Imagine gliding effortlessly above the clouds atop the world's highest railway bridge, with panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, lush green valleys, and rivers carving their way through rugged mountains. This is the experience Kashmir's first high-speed train journey offers - promising to transform travel and tourism in the region forever.

On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two cutting-edge Vande Bharat trains running between Katra and Srinagar, slashing travel time by hours and providing year-round, reliable connectivity to the Kashmir valley. This train ride doesn't just transport passengers; it offers a mesmerizing voyage through some of India's most dramatic and beautiful landscapes.

Passengers ...