The inauguration of the Vande Bharat express from Delhi to Srinagar is set to bring major changes to the local economy of the Kashmir valley. While Kashmir has always been known for its magical scenic beauty and rich cultural heritage, attracting thousands of tourists from all over the world, with the inauguration of Delhi- Srinagar Vande Bharat express , it has suddenly become a lot easier to gain access to the valley fondly known as the “Heaven on earth”. A reduced travel time, not to mention costs and increased convenience to travel to Kashmir, this better transport connectivity is set to connect Kashmir with Delhi and the rest of India.
Why is it significant
Although Kashmir has been a favourite destination be it for destination weddings or tourism or even retreats, it has been quite arduous to travel to such areas of extreme height with not very efficient means to reach the region. There was a serious want for more accessible and better transport connectivity to Kashmir and Vande Bharat has come to solve that problem. Not only is it here to provide easy connectivity to a major city like Delhi, also making it very easy for tourists to come to Kashmir, bettering trade and commerce for the valley and helping local talent gain opportunities. A crucial step towards national integration and granting opportunities to the youth, be it through newer infrastructure or opportunities in the cities, Vande Bharat express is here to bring prosperity to the Kashmir valley.
Better connectivity
The Vande Bharat express will greatly ease the difficulty and complexity in connecting the region to the rest of the country. People who work in Delhi and also students can find it especially advantageous now that travel to and from the valley is cut shorter and also not very complicated. Tourism would boost thanks to easy and accessible travel options to Kashmir causing a manifold effect on the entire economy. In addition to that, it would be a more feasible option to look for opportunities in major career hubs like Delhi than it was before due to inefficient transportation links.
Boost the local economy
The Delhi-Srinagar Vande Bharat express as it increases the connectivity to Kashmir, will also end up resulting in a major boost for the local economy of Kashmir. It will aid in showcasing and providing much needed and deserved exposure to the local vendors in Kashmir as more and more people come for tourism and hold events in the valley. This betterment in transport connectivity will result in a growth in infrastructure as more businesses and services will come up in Kashmir to cater to the demands of people.
Increase in trade and tourism
Much of the products like saffron and Pashmina shawls that Kashmir is famous for will now be readily available far and near with the Vande Bharat express making it easier with better transport connectivity. Taking much less time to go from Srinagar to Delhi, it will make a very crucial and painless way to transport such products of importance and demand to cities like Delhi, leading to immense growth in Kashmir. Local artisans will highly benefit with the rise in sales of products like Pashmina products, shawls and scarves, authentically produced Pherans and dry fruits etc
To conclude
In conclusion, the inauguration of the Delhi to Srinagar Vande Bharat express is a major harbinger for success and growth in the Kashmir valley. Bringing about a boost to the local economy and the handicrafts industry, it also is set to bring about a major increase in the ease of trade and tourism in Kashmir. The better connectivity to major hubs like Delhi will also help people make better use of opportunities provided in the cites and. Therefore, better transport connectivity due to Vande Bharat is going to herald great news for Kashmir.
