Ensure with pic Union MoS Bittu thanks PM for Vande Bharat Express connecting Katra & Amritsar

Chandigarh, Aug 10: Union Minister of State for Railways, S. Ravneet Singh Bittu, extended gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for launching a new Vande Bharat Express between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and the holy city of Amritsar.Calling it a significant milestone for Punjab, the minister, in a statement issued here, said the new high-speed train will not only facilitate spiritual travel for devotees but will also boost tourism and trade between Katra and Amritsar. “The modern and comfortable travel experience offered by the Vande Bharat will benefit passengers travelling to and from the region, including those visiting the valley. The passengers boarding from Pathankot, Jalandhar and Beas would also benefit,” he said.Highlighting upcoming railway initiatives in Punjab, Bittu announced that the state is poised for a major transformation in rail infrastructure. “Several new railway projects will soon commence, including the development of new rail lines, improved connectivity, construction of Road Over Bridges (ROBs) and Road Under Bridges (RUBs), as well as the redevelopment of railway stations,” he said.The Union MoS further added that projects already in progress will be expedited and completed swiftly. “The Prime Minister has a grand vision for Punjab, and his deep affection for the people of the state is clearly reflected in the railway initiatives being undertaken,” he said.