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- PM Modi in Jammu Live: ‘Landmark day for education’, says PM Modi
- PM Modi in Jammu Live: Visuals from IIT Jammu | Watch
- PM Modi in Jammu Live Updates: All you need to know about Banihal-Sangaldan section of Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link
- PM Modi in Jammu Live: PM Modi to unveil major rail development projects in J-K; to flag off first electric train in valley
- Other projects
PM Modi in Jammu Live Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Jammu on Tuesday to launch multiple development projects, including for education, railway, aviation, and road sectors, worth over ₹32,000 crore. He will also distribute appointment orders to about 1,500 new Jammu and Kashmir government recruits. During his visit, PM Modi will interact with beneficiaries of various government schemes. As part of the 'Viksit Bharat Viksit Jammu' program.
The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for a new terminal building at Jammu Airport. To be spread over a 40,000 sqm area. The new terminal building will be equipped with modern facilities catering to about 2000 passengers during peak hours. The new terminal building will be environmentally friendly and will be built to showcase the region's local culture.
Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation various rail projects in Jammu and Kashmir including. The new rail line between Banihal-Khari-Sumber-Sangaldan (48 Km) and the newly electrified Baramulla-Sringar-Banihal-Sangaldan section (185.66 Km). Prime Minister will also flag off the first Electric Train in the valley and also train service between Sangaldan station & Baramulla station.
PM Modi in Jammu Live: ‘Landmark day for education’, says PM Modi
“A big boost to all-round development! I look forward to being in Jammu tomorrow, 20th February to inaugurate key development works. Which will boost ‘Ease of Living.’ It will also be a landmark day for the education sector as various institutions including IITs and IIMs will get permanent campuses," PM Modi wrote on X.
PM Modi in Jammu Live: Visuals from IIT Jammu | Watch
“Delighted that AIIMS Jammu will be inaugurated tomorrow. This will cater to the healthcare needs of the region and will benefit several people," PM Modi wrote on X (formerly Twitter) yesterday.
A big boost to all-round development! I look forward to being in Jammu tomorrow, 20th February to inaugurate key development works which will boost ‘Ease of Living.’
It will also be a landmark day for the education sector as various institutions including IITs and IIMs will get… https://t.co/Msf1BY4lVp
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 19, 2024
PM Modi in Jammu Live Updates: All you need to know about Banihal-Sangaldan section of Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to unveil several railway initiatives in Jammu and Kashmir. Including the inauguration of a new rail route spanning from Banihal to Khari to Sumber to Sangaldan, covering a distance of 48 km.
The Prime Minister will also launch the first electric train in the valley and commence train services between Sangaldan and Baramulla stations.
As per railway authorities, the Banihal-Khari-Sumber-Sangaldan section, built at a cost of ₹15,863 crore, is fully prepared for operation. Consequently, the current train services running from Baramulla to Banihal will be extended to Sangaldan, situated close to the district headquarters of Ramban.
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PM Modi in Jammu Live Updates
They further mentioned that for safety and rescue purposes, there are three escape tunnels totalling a length of 30.1 km within the section. Additionally, 30 curves are covering 23.72 kilometres. To enhance passenger safety and comfort, advanced features like ballastless tracks and canted turnouts, a first for Indian Railways, have been integrated.
In addition to CCTV monitoring, the section is equipped with state-of-the-art tunnel safety technology, including ventilation and firefighting systems, to ensure further safety measures.
Regarding electrification, sources told PTI that the Baramulla-Srinagar-Banihal-Sangaldan section of the Udhampur Srinagar Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, spanning 185.66 route km and serving 19 railway stations, has been completed.
The inauguration of the Banihal-Khari-Sumber-Sangaldan section is significant due to its implementation of Ballast Less Track (BLT) throughout the route, ensuring a smoother ride for passengers.
Moreover, this section encompasses India's longest transportation tunnel. T-50, spanning 12.77 km between Khari and Sumber. These railway projects aim to enhance connectivity. Promote environmental sustainability, and stimulate the overall economic growth of the region.
PM Modi in Jammu Live: PM Modi to unveil major rail development projects in J-K; to flag off first electric train in valley
In a significant move towards bolstering infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate, dedicate to the nation and lay the foundation stone for multiple development projects on February 20.
Among the key highlights, PM Modi will dedicate to the nation the new 48 km rail line between Banihal-Khari-Sumber-Sangaldan, costing ₹15,863 crore and the newly electrified 185.66 km Baramulla-Sringar-Banihal-Sangaldan rail section, valued at ₹470.23 cr.
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Other projects
During the event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stones for several key road projects, including two segments of the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway totalling 44.22 km. Which will connect Jammu to Katra.
Additionally, PM Modi will initiate phase two of the four-laning of the Srinagar Ring Road. Five packages for the upgrade of the 161-km-long Srinagar-Baramulla-Uri stretch of NH-01, and the construction of Kulgam Bypass and Pulwama Bypass on NH-444.
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