The train will pass over the Chenab Bridge, the world’s highest rail bridge. Operations are expected to commence on February 21 or 22. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the service on the revised date. The train operates on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), connecting key stations like:Katra, Banihal Qazigund and Anantnag Awantipora. These special trains are equipped with enhanced safety features and modern passenger amenities, like KAVACH anti-collision system, faster acceleration, fully sealed gangway, automatic plug doors, better ride comfort, mini pantry with provision of hot case, bottle cooler, deep freezer and hot water boiler. These trains have been designed for extreme cold conditions and can operate in temperature as low as minus 20 (-20) degrees Celsius, claim reports. The bio-toilets in these train rakes will have provisions to prevent water from freezing. The final ticket prices are yet to be officially announced, but estimates suggest:AC Chair Car: Rs 1,500-Rs 1,600 Executive Chair car: Rs 2,200-Rs 2,500 These fares are subject to change upon official confirmation.
