Srinagar, Feb. 27 -- With Kashmir's railways connectivity being extended to the rest of the country, apple growers and dealers foresee its transformative impact on the horticulture sector.

last week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the railway extension to Sangaldan, Sumber, and Khari areas of Ramban district under the USBRL Project in Kashmir. In the next five to six months, the link will connect with the rest of the country.

The long-awaited railway connectivity, which links Kashmir with the broader Indian railway network, is being hailed as a game-changer by farmers.

Among its many anticipated benefits, the newfound accessibility promises to address key challenges faced by the region's horticulture industry, particularly co...