The direct train service between Jammu and Srinagar is scheduled to start by the end of October, marking a milestone in the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link project. This new route promises faster and safer journeys, offering tourists, commuters, and traders an efficient connection to the Valley. Expected to strengthen tourism and commerce, especially horticulture, the service also symbolizes a step toward regional integration, enhancing opportunities and accessibility across Jammu and Kashmir.