The first railway line in India was constructed between Bombay (now Mumbai) and Thane in 1853.

Kolkata is known as the 'Railway Capital of India' because it is the headquarters of the Indian Railways.

The Dibrugarh-Kanyakumari Vivek Express is the longest railway route in India, covering a distance of 4,286 kilometers.

Ghum is the highest railway station in India, located at an altitude of 2,258 meters above sea level.

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is the first mountain railway in India, constructed in 1881.

The Nilgiri Mountain Railway is the only railway line in India that runs on a metre gauge.

The Eastern Railway is the first railway zone in India, established in 1854.

The Northern Railway is the largest railway zone in India, covering an area of 1.1 million square kilometers.

Howrah Junction is the busiest railway station in India, handling over 1,200 trains per day.

The Vande Bharat Express is the fastest train in India, with a maximum speed of 180 kilometers per hour.

The Maharajas' Express is the most luxurious train in India, offering a royal experience with its opulent interiors and personalized services.

The Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel is the only railway line in India that runs through a tunnel, connecting the Kashmir Valley with the rest of the country.

The Chenab Bridge is the longest railway bridge in India, stretching over 1,315 meters across the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir.

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is the only railway line in India that runs on a rack and pinion system, which helps the train climb steep gradients.

The Vande Bharat Express is the only railway line in India that runs on a solar-powered locomotive, making it an eco-friendly mode of transportation.