Banihal: A Rise and A Fall

Description: In June 2013, then #PrimeMinister Dr #ManmohanSingh inaugurated the #KashmirRailways extension to #Banihal, transforming the #HighwayTown into a thriving #TransitHub. Over 12 years later, as the #Train moves to #Katra and the #NationalHighway flyover bypasses the town, #Banihal faces a sharp economic decline. #SyedShadabAliGillani and #UmarDar spent a day reporting on the town’s rise and the challenges ahead.