Srinagar , 1 May : Vivek Bali , State President , Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP), has made a strong appeal to the Union Hon’ble Railway Minister for the introduction of a scheduled halt of the Vande Bharat Express at Anantnag Railway Station.
In his appeal, Vivek Bali stated that Anantnag is a major commercial and tourism hub of South Kashmir and serves as a prime location connecting various key tourist destinations and important business centers across the region. Due to its strategic importance, the area experiences a high volume of passenger movement, including tourists, traders, students, and daily commuters.
He emphasized that despite its significance, the absence of a Vande Bharat Express halt at Anantnag Railway Station is causing inconvenience to the public. Introducing a stop at this crucial station would greatly improve accessibility, reduce travel time, and provide modern rail connectivity to a large section of the population.
Vivek Bali further highlighted that Anantnag acts as a gateway to several prominent tourist spots and plays a vital role in boosting tourism and local economy. A halt for Vande Bharat Express at this station will not only benefit residents but will also strengthen tourism infrastructure and commercial activities in Jammu & Kashmir.
He urged the Railway Ministry to consider this genuine public demand on priority and take immediate steps to include Anantnag Railway Station as a designated halt in the Vande Bharat Express route.
SBSP remains committed to raising public concerns and ensuring development-oriented initiatives for the people of Jammu & Kashmir.
