Jammu, 26 May 2026
Indian Railways has achieved a major milestone on the vital rail route connecting Jammu & Kashmir with the rest of the country. The restoration work of Railway Bridge No. 17, located between Kathua and Madhopur rail section, is nearing completion. Upon completion of the work, the Down side track will be restarted from June. Earlier, due to repairs on the railway bridge, only the Up side single railway track was operational. With both Up and Down side railway tracks fit, rail traffic will run smoothly and efficiently.
Interlocking work on this section will be completed on 31 May 2026, and from June, train movement on both Up and Down lines will resume normally.
Major Cancelled Trains Being Restored from June are as follows:
Train Nos. 12549, 12550, 19415, 19416, 20847, 20848, 20985, 20986, 22941, 22942, 12207, 12208, 14611, 19107, 19108, 22705, 22706, etc.
Key Points:
– Despite technical challenges, railway engineers worked day and night to make the bridge stronger than before.
– Restoration of the track will ease movement for passengers traveling to Jammu, Katra, and Mata Vaishno Devi, as well as facilitate freight transport, commercial activities, and military logistics.
– All trains will run as per their scheduled timings, routes, and halts.
The railway administration regrets the inconvenience caused to passengers during this period and expresses gratitude for their patience and cooperation. Passengers are requested to check the updated status of trains from NTES/139 or the official railway website before commencing their journey.
