Srinagar, June 10 -- New Delhi- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday met Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in New Delhi and sought enhanced rail connectivity for Jammu and Kashmir, including a stoppage for the Vande Bharat Express at Anantnag and additional train services during the scheduled closure of Srinagar International Airport later this year.

During the meeting, the Chief Minister appreciated the quality of service, passenger comfort and punctuality of the Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express, describing it as a major step in improving connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and the rest of the country.

Seeks Anantnag HaltHighlighting growing public demand for improved rail accessibility, Omar urged the Railway Ministr...