Katra, June 6 (KNS): Security has been heightened across Jammu and Kashmir ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Katra on Friday. The Prime Minister is scheduled to inaugurate a key railway project aimed at enhancing connectivity between Jammu and Kashmir and the rest of the country.

As part of this historic development, the first Vande Bharat Express train will be flagged off from Katra, marking a significant milestone in the region's integration with the national railway network. The move is expected to provide a major boost to regional connectivity, tourism, and economic development.

In view of the high-profile visit, elaborate security arrangements have been put in place. Special check posts have been established along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, and search operations are being conducted by security forces to ensure a safe and smooth event.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelAll vehicles passing through the route are being thoroughly checked, and the general public is cooperating with authorities during the intensified security checks.

Udhampur district, which lies en route to Katra, has also been placed under tight security. The entire security apparatus across the Union Territory is on high alert to prevent any untoward incident.

The Prime Minister’s visit is being seen as a landmark moment in the ongoing development journey of Jammu and Kashmir, with the railway project symbolizing a new chapter of growth and integration for the region.(KNS)