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BAHL/Banihal (3 PFs)
बानिहाल
بانِہال

Track: Single Electric-Line

Updated: May 12 2023 (15:54)


Banihal railway station (BAHL) is located in the picturesque Banihal town in the Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. Nestled amidst the Pir Panjal Range, the station serves as a crucial link between Jammu and Kashmir, offering breathtaking views of the mountains. It features 3 platforms, basic amenities like waiting rooms and refreshment stalls, and attracts travelers seeking adventure in the region.

Tourism

**Shrine of Baba Payam Sahib:** A revered Sufi shrine located in the nearby town of Qazigund, attracting pilgrims from across the region.
**Martand Sun Temple:** An ancient Hindu temple dedicated to the Sun God, located in the nearby village of Matan.
**Kheer Bhawani Temple:** A sacred Hindu temple dedicated to the Goddess Ragnya Devi, located in the town of Tulmulla.
**Hazratbal Shrine:** A revered Islamic shrine in Srinagar, housing a relic of the Prophet Muhammad.
**Jama Masjid:** A grand mosque in Srinagar, known for its intricate architecture and historical significance.

Food

**Hotel The Grand Restaurant:** Serves delicious vegetarian thalis, curries, and snacks.
**Banihal Dhaba:** Offers a variety of vegetarian dishes, including parathas, dal, and rice.
**Kashmiri Kitchen:** Specializes in traditional Kashmiri vegetarian cuisine.
**Banihal Fast Food:** A popular spot for vegetarian street food, including samosas, pakoras, and chaat.
**The Local Eatery:** Offers a selection of vegetarian options, including salads, sandwiches, and pasta.

Station Address

NH 44, Banihal, District: Ramban. Pin: 182146.
State: Jammu and Kashmir

Elevation: 1706 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-6
Zone: NR/Northern   Division: Firozpur


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Oct 07 (16:28) Indian Railways to Launch Overnight Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Connecting New Delhi to Srinagar
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Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: Baramula/BRML added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: Srinagar Kashmir/SINA added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: Banihal/BAHL added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: Sangaldan/SGDN added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: SMVD Katra/SVDK added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: MCTM Udhampur/MCTM added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: Jammu Tawi/JAT added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: Kathua/KTHU added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: Pathankot Cantt/PTKC added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: Jalandhar City Junction/JUC added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: Ludhiana Junction/LDH added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: Ambala Cantt. Junction/UMB added by RF_udhampur~/2244366

Oct 07 2024 (16:28)
Station Tag: New Delhi/NDLS added by RF_udhampur~/2244366
Vande Bharat set for Delhi-Srinagar route: Full schedule, stops, and ticket details here

Indian Railways is launching a new overnight sleeper train, the Vande Bharat Sleeper, connecting New Delhi to Srinagar. Built by BEML, it will start operations in January 2025. The train will cover 800 kilometers in less than 13 hours, offering a faster and more comfortable travel experience compared to existing options....
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The train will depart from New Delhi at 7:00 PM and arrive in Srinagar at 8:00 AM the next morning. It will make stops at Ambala Cantt Junction, Ludhiana Junction, Kathua, Jammu Tawi, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Sangaldan, and Banihal. The train will offer three classes: AC 3 Tier (3A), AC 2 Tier (2A), and AC First Class (1A), with expected ticket prices of ₹2,000, ₹2,500, and ₹3,000 respectively. The Northern Railway zone will manage the train's maintenance and operations. Indian Railways also plans to extend the route further to Baramulla to improve accessibility to the region.

Indian Railways ek nayi overnight sleeper train launch karne ja raha hai, jisko Vande Bharat Sleeper ka naam diya gaya hai. Ye train New Delhi se Srinagar ko connect karegi. BEML dwara banai gayi yeh train January 2025 mein operate karna shuru karegi. Train 800 kilometers se zyada ki distance 13...
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ghante se kam mein cover karegi, aur yeh pehle se chalne wali trains se zyada fast aur comfortable travel experience degi. Train New Delhi se sham 7:00 PM ko chaliyegi aur agle din subah 8:00 AM par Srinagar pahunchegi. Train raaste mein kuchh stops bhi karegi, jaise ki Ambala Cantt Junction, Ludhiana Junction, Kathua, Jammu Tawi, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Sangaldan, aur Banihal. Train mein teen class honge: AC 3 Tier (3A), AC 2 Tier (2A), aur AC First Class (1A), jinki expected ticket prices ₹2,000, ₹2,500, aur ₹3,000 honge. Train ka maintenance aur operation Northern Railway zone karega. Indian Railways ki plan hai ki yeh route aage chal kar Baramulla tak badha diya jaye, jisse region ki accessibility mein improvement aaye.
Jul 20 (11:43) India Set to Launch Train Service on World's Highest Rail Bridge
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Jul 20 2024 (11:43)
Station Tag: Sangaldan/SGDN added by Vipankumar~/1077362

Jul 20 2024 (11:43)
Station Tag: Banihal/BAHL added by Vipankumar~/1077362

Jul 20 2024 (11:43)
Station Tag: Anantnag/ANT added by Vipankumar~/1077362

Jul 20 2024 (11:43)
Station Tag: Baramula/BRML added by Vipankumar~/1077362

Jul 20 2024 (11:43)
Station Tag: Srinagar Kashmir/SINA added by Vipankumar~/1077362

Jul 20 2024 (11:43)
Station Tag: Jammu Tawi/JAT added by Vipankumar~/1077362

Jul 20 2024 (11:43)
Station Tag: SMVD Katra/SVDK added by Vipankumar~/1077362

Jul 20 2024 (11:43)
Station Tag: Reasi/REAI added by Vipankumar~/1077362
J&K's Chenab Bridge, world's highest arch bridge, to host inaugural train on August 15

Indian Railways is set to launch regular train service between Reasi and Sangaldan on August 15th, marking a significant milestone in the Kashmir rail link project. This service will allow passengers to travel from Reasi in Jammu to Baramulla in Kashmir, completing a major portion of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL)...
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project. This challenging project, involving numerous tunnels and the world's highest rail bridge, showcases the success of the 'Make-in-India' initiative. The 46 km electrified route will be commissioned, adding to the already completed 255 km of the 272 km USBRL project. A trial run of an 8-coach MEMU train was conducted on the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest rail bridge, at a speed of 40 kmph last month. The train service aims to provide a reliable transportation system, facilitating easier movement of people and goods, promoting cultural exchanges, and boosting economic activities in Jammu and Kashmir. The ambitious USBRL project, encompassing 38 tunnels (totaling 119 km), including the country's longest transportation tunnel (T-49, 12.75 km), and 927 bridges (totaling 13 km), aims to connect Kashmir with the rest of India. The iconic Chenab Bridge, an engineering marvel, stands at a height of 359 meters above the riverbed, making it the world's highest arch railway bridge.

Indian Railways ab August 15 pe Reasi aur Sangaldan ke beech regular train service launch karne wala hai, yeh Kashmir rail link project ka ek bada milestone hai. Is service se passengers Reasi se Jammu se Baramulla tak Kashmir jaa sakenge, yeh Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project ka ek bada part...
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hai. Yeh challenging project, jisme bahut saare tunnels aur world's highest rail bridge hai, 'Make-in-India' initiative ka ek bada proof hai. 46 km long electrified route commission ho jayega, jisse 272 km long USBRL project ke 255 km complete ho jaayenge. Last month Chenab Bridge pe, jo world's highest rail bridge hai, ek 8-coach MEMU train ka trial run 40 kmph ki speed pe kiya gaya tha. Train service ka aim hai ki ek reliable transportation system provide kiya jaaye, jisse Jammu and Kashmir me logon aur goods ka movement easy ho, cultural exchange promote ho, aur tourism aur trade jaise economic activities me boost aaye. Ambitious USBRL project, jisme 38 tunnels (total 119 km), including country's longest transportation tunnel (T-49, 12.75 km), aur 927 bridges (total 13 km) hai, Kashmir ko India ke baaki parts se connect karne ka aim hai. Chenab Bridge, ek engineering marvel hai, jo riverbed se 359 meters ki height pe hai, yeh world's highest arch railway bridge hai.
Latest National / World J&K: Sangaldan-Reasi rail link to become operational by month end

The Sangaldan-Reasi rail link in Jammu and Kashmir is set to be operational by the end of June. The final inspection of the line, including the world's highest railway bridge over the Chenab River, is scheduled for later this month. Regular train services will begin from Baramulla to Reasi by the...
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end of June or the first week of July. A 17 km section from Reasi to Katra will be operational within six months. The 46 km Reasi-Sangaldan section, which features the Chenab Bridge, has already been tested with a MEMU train. The bridge stands at an impressive height of 359 meters, surpassing the Eiffel Tower. The USBRL project, spanning 272 km, has already seen 209 km commissioned in phases since 2009. Once the Reasi-Katra section is operational, Kashmir will be connected by rail to the rest of India. This project, which began in 1997, passes through challenging terrain and is a monumental achievement in engineering.

Jammu and Kashmir mein Sangaldan-Reasi rail link June ke end tak operational ho jaayega. Chenab River pe world's highest railway bridge ke saath, Sangaldan-Reasi section ka final inspection is month ke end mein hoga. Baramulla se Reasi tak regular train service June ke end ya July ke first week mein start...
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ho jaayega. Reasi se Katra tak 17 km ka section next six months mein operational ho jaayega. 46 km ka Reasi-Sangaldan section, jismein Chenab Bridge bhi hai, pehle hi MEMU train se test kiya ja chuka hai. Bridge Eiffel Tower se bhi zyada 359 meters ki height pe hai. 272 km ki USBRL project mein 209 km ka part 2009 se chala aaya hai. Reasi-Katra section operational hone ke baad, Kashmir Valley rest of India se rail link se connect ho jaayega. 1997 mein shuru hui yeh project, difficult terrain se hoke guzarta hai aur engineering mein ek bada achievement hai.
Jun 17 (20:22) Trial Train Successfully Crosses World's Highest Steel Arch Rail Bridge on Chenab
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Jun 17 2024 (20:26)
Station Tag: Sawalkote/BSNDHR added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 17 2024 (20:25)
Station Tag: SMVD Katra/SVDK added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 17 2024 (20:25)
Station Tag: MCTM Udhampur/MCTM added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 17 2024 (20:25)
Station Tag: Qazigund/QG added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 17 2024 (20:25)
Station Tag: Anantnag/ANT added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 17 2024 (20:25)
Station Tag: Baramula/BRML added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 17 2024 (20:25)
Station Tag: Srinagar Kashmir/SINA added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 17 2024 (20:25)
Station Tag: Banihal/BAHL added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 17 2024 (20:22)
Station Tag: Reasi/REASI added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 17 2024 (20:22)
Station Tag: Reasi/REASI added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 17 2024 (20:22)
Station Tag: Sangaldan/SGDN added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
Chenab Rail Bridge: Indian Railways conducts trial run of Sangaldan-Reasi link, train passes via world’s highest steel arch rail bridge – Watch

On June 17th, 2024, a trial train successfully completed its journey from Sangaldan to Reasi, crossing the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest steel arch rail bridge. This is a significant milestone for the Udhampur Srinagar Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, which aims to connect Kashmir Valley to the national railway network....
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The Chenab Bridge, built over the Chenab River gorge in Reasi district, Jammu and Kashmir, stands taller than the Eiffel Tower in Paris at a height of 359 meters. Construction works for the USBRL project are nearing completion with only tunnel No. 1 partially unfinished. A two-day inspection of the 46-km Sangaldan-Reasi section of the USBRL, including the Chenab Bridge, is scheduled for June 27th and 28th by the Railways Safety Commissioner D.C. Deshwal. The inspection is part of the final preparations for the section's commissioning.

17 June, 2024 ko, ek trial train successfully Sangaldan se Reasi tak jaane wala journey complete kar liya. Ye journey, Chenab Bridge, dunia ka sabse uncha steel arch rail bridge, par se hoke gujra. Ye Udhampur Srinagar Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project ke liye ek bada milestone hai, jo Kashmir Valley...
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ko national railway network se connect karega. Chenab Bridge, Reasi district, Jammu and Kashmir mein Chenab River gorge par banaya gaya hai, Eiffel Tower se bhi uncha hai, 359 meters ki height par. USBRL project ka construction kaam almost complete ho gaya hai, sirf Tunnel No. 1 partially unfinished hai. USBRL ke 46-km Sangaldan-Reasi section, jismein Chenab Bridge bhi shamil hai, ka 2-day inspection June 27th and 28th ko Railways Safety Commissioner D.C. Deshwal karenge. Ye inspection, section ke commissioning ki final preparation ka part hai.
Feb 19 (08:35) PM Modi to Flag Off Kashmir's First Electric Train
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Feb 19 2024 (08:35)
Station Tag: Sangaldan/SNGDN added by karbang~/50057

Feb 19 2024 (08:35)
Station Tag: Banihal/BAHL added by karbang~/50057

Feb 19 2024 (08:35)
Station Tag: Baramula/BRML added by karbang~/50057

Feb 19 2024 (08:35)
Station Tag: Srinagar Kashmir/SINA added by karbang~/50057
PM to flag off Kashmir’s first electric train, launch rail projects on Feb 20

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off Kashmir's first electric train on February 19, 2024. The train will run between Qazigund and Baramulla, covering a distance of 118 km. The project is part of the Indian government's efforts to improve connectivity and infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi 19 February, 2024 ko Kashmir ka pehla electric train flag off karenge. Ye train Qazigund aur Baramulla ke beech chalega, jiska distance 118 km hai. Ye project Jammu and Kashmir mein connectivity aur infrastructure ko improve karne ke liye Indian government ka effort hai.
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