Srinagar: Railway authorities suspended train services from Banihal to Baramulla and vice versa immediately upto May 16.
“In view of the covid-19 situation in Kashmir Valley and as per the guidelines and SOPs issued by the government, the train services from Banihal to Baramulla and vice versa may be suspended forthwith up 16-05-2021,” reads official order, a copy of which lies with GNS.
The decision follows huge rush of passengers at stations amid continuing increase in the number Covid cases.
On Monday, JK reported 3614 cases, taking the total tally to 220546 while 56 people succumbed to the virus. (GNS)