Srinagar, November 12: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has written to Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, urging him to make the experimental stoppage of the Vande Bharat Express at Anantnag Railway Station permanent.

In his communication, the Chief Minister appreciated the initiatives taken by the Government of India to strengthen railway connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir. He described the introduction of the Vande Bharat Express between Jammu and Srinagar as a significant milestone that would improve connectivity and create new opportunities for economic growth in the region.

Omar Abdullah also highlighted the positive response to the recent experimental halt at Anantnag Railway Station, stating that the facility had considerably improved travel convenience for commuters across South Kashmir.

He pointed out that Anantnag serves as a major commercial and transportation hub, catering to a large population across several adjoining districts. Making the stoppage permanent would enable more people to access rail services conveniently while supporting trade, tourism and other economic activities.

The Chief Minister urged the Railway Minister to personally intervene in the matter and consider converting the experimental stoppage into a permanent one, keeping in view the public demand and transportation needs of the people of South Kashmir.