The North Central Railway has launched a much-anticipated daily train service connecting Subedarganj station in Prayagraj to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra in Jammu and Kashmir. This new service, known as the Katra Jammu Mail, began operations on Thursday and is expected to significantly ease travel for devotees heading to the revered shrine.
The Katra Jammu Mail departs from Subedarganj station every day at 10:35 AM and is expected to arrive at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra at 9:15 AM the next day. Along its journey, it passes through several major cities, including Fatehpur, Govindpuri, Tundla, Aligarh, Chipiyana Buzurg, Delhi, Sabzi Mandi, Narela, Sonipat, Ganaur, Samalkha, Kurukshetra, and Ambala Cantt, providing ample connectivity across the region.
The return trip sees the train leaving Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra every day at 3:20 PM, reaching Subedarganj the following day by 12:35 PM. This direct service eliminates the need for pilgrims to travel through Delhi, significantly reducing travel time and making the pilgrimage journey more convenient.
Praveen Patel, Member of Parliament from Phulpur, expressed his gratitude for the inauguration of this service, calling it a “blessed day” for Prayagraj residents. He emphasized the convenience the direct route provides, making the pilgrimage journey more efficient for devotees. Patel also stressed that this new train service would not only benefit residents of Prayagraj but also travelers from nearby districts.
By providing a direct connection to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, the railway has answered the prayers of many devotees, easing their path to the sacred shrine. This new service is a welcome addition to the railway network and a testament to the railway’s commitment to improving connectivity and facilitating pilgrimages.
