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Indian Railways touches the lives of every Indian and is the life line of the nation. We bring you a few interesting facts about the railways that you may not know. Do share this with your friends and family if you find it interesting.
1. Indian Railways was first introduced by the British on 16 April 1853 from Bombay to Thane
2.Indian...
more... Railways is the worlds seventh largest commerical employer with more than 1.4 million employees and carries approximately 25 million passengers daily.
3. Indian Railways has the fourth largest railway network in the world after US, Russia and China with approx 66000 kms of railway track.
4. The Fairy Queen train that runs between Delhi and Rajasthan is the oldest working steam locomotive in the world and has entered the Guinness Book of World Records
5. The worlds highest bridge is being built over Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir District which will be 359 meters above the riverbed when completed.
6. First computerized reservations for the Indian Railways commenced in the year 1986 and today close to 70% train tickets are booked online.