Jammu Railway Division sets up special ‘Tourist Facilitation Centre’ at Srinagar Station

Jammu, May 8:In view of the anticipated heavy influx of tourists and the palpable excitement expected during the upcoming summer holidays in the Kashmir valley, the Jammu Railway Division has set up special “Tourist Facilitation Centre (counters)” at Srinagar Railway Station.

“The objective of this initiative is to provide high-quality amenities and guidance to every tourist arriving in the Kashmir valley, which is under the jurisdiction of the Jammu Railway Division. With the establishment of these facilitation centres, passengers arriving in Srinagar will now have access to all essential tourism-related information—right within the station premises—under a single roof,” informed Raghvender Singh, Public Relations Inspector, Jammu Railway Division.

“It is often observed that first-time visitors to Kashmir face difficulties in obtaining information regarding local travel and sightseeing destinations. This initiative aims to bridge that gap. Trained personnel stationed here will provide prompt information to passengers regarding local tourist spots, transportation options, and other essential services,” Singh said.

Further elaborating on this account, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (DCM), Jammu Railway Division, UchitSinghal stated, “Our goal is not merely to transport passengers to their destination but to make their entire journey a memorable one. These counters, set up at Srinagar Station will instill a sense of safety and comfort in the minds of tourists, thereby giving a significant boost to Kashmir tourism.”

“Through these counters, the railway administration will provide tourists with comprehensive information regarding Kashmir’s various tourist attractions. This project is not limited merely to providing service; it will also serve as a robust avenue for the Railway to generate ‘non-fare revenue.’ This model demonstrates how the Railway can simultaneously strengthen its economic resources while expanding passenger amenities,” Singhal stated.