Kashmir to Kanyakumari Now a Reality
In a landmark moment for India’s rail connectivity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the age-old phrase “Kashmir to Kanyakumari” is no longer just symbolic it’s now a tangible reality, thanks to revolutionary advances in India’s railway infrastructure.
Kashmir to Kanyakumari Now a Reality
At a public rally in Katra, PM Modi inaugurated the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Line (USBRL) and flagged off Vande Bharat Express services between Katra and Srinagar, a development poised to transform tourism in Jammu and Kashmir.
Kashmir to Kanyakumari Now a Reality
But the true marvel that stole the spotlight? The Chenab Bridge is said to be the world’s highest railway bridge, soaring 359 metres above the river and it is 35 metres taller than the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Alongside it, the Anji Bridge, another engineering feat, was also inaugurated. “Walking on the Chenab and Anji bridges today, I felt the heartbeat of India’s aspirations and the fearless spirit of our engineers,” PM Modi said.
Kashmir to Kanyakumari Now a Reality
“These bridges are not just steel and concrete,” he added, “They are the roaring symbols of a new, empowered India.” The Prime Minister praised the projects for overcoming extreme weather and rugged terrain in the Pir Panjal range, calling them gateways to prosperity for the region.
Kashmir to Kanyakumari Now a Reality
He stressed how these rail links would revolutionize the transport of Kashmiri produce, especially apples, ensuring timely and affordable access to national markets. “This is a new dawn for Jammu and Kashmir,” he declared.
Kashmir to Kanyakumari Now a Reality
Calling Jammu and Kashmir, the “crown jewel of India,” PM Modi said the region’s development was unstoppable, not even terrorist attacks could derail its future. Referring to the tragic April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians, he reaffirmed his government’s commitment: “Any obstacle that stands in the way of progress must face Modi first.”
Kashmir to Kanyakumari Now a Reality
He sharply criticized Pakistan for its repeated attempts to destabilize the region, accusing it of attacking not just Indian civilians but the very idea of humanity and Kashmiriyat. “They fear peace because peace brings prosperity. They fear tourism because tourism empowers the poor,” he said.
By combining world-class infrastructure, record-setting engineering, and national resolve, PM Modi’s message was clear: India is not just connecting its lands, it’s uniting its people, dreams, and destinies from Kashmir to Kanyakumari.
