In a significant development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Jammu and Kashmir on June 6, marking his first trip to the region since the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam. The visit holds both symbolic and developmental importance, as the Prime Minister is expected to inaugurate the new Vande Bharat Express service between Srinagar and Katra.
This visit comes in the wake of heightened security concerns following the Pahalgam terror attack, which shook the region and prompted a nationwide response. Authorities have already stepped up security measures in preparation for the Prime Minister’s arrival, with multi-layered security arrangements reportedly being put in place across key locations.
The inauguration of the Vande Bharat Express is seen as a major boost to connectivity and tourism in the union territory. The high-speed train is expected to reduce travel time significantly and enhance ease of movement for both locals and tourists traveling between the Kashmir Valley and the Jammu region.
Apart from the train launch, PM Modi is also expected to address a public rally and hold meetings with top officials to review development projects and the overall security situation in the region. His visit is being closely watched and is likely to send a strong message about the government’s commitment to the progress and stability of Jammu and Kashmir.
This high-profile trip underscores the Centre’s continued focus on infrastructure development and normalcy in the region, even as it grapples with the persistent threat of militancy.
