1. Fourth-largest rail network: Indian Railways is the fourth-largest railway network in the world, after the US, China, and Russia
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2. World's largest employer: It employs over 1.2 million people, making it one of the largest employers globally
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3. First train in 1853: The first passenger train in India ran on April 16, 1853, from Mumbai to Thane, covering 34 km
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4. Longest train route: The Vivek Express (Dibrugarh to Kanyakumari) covers 4,273 km in about 82 hours, making it the longest route in India
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5. Oldest running train: The Kalka Mail, introduced in 1866, is one of the oldest continuously running trains in India
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6. Station with longest name: Venkatanarasimharajuvaripeta in Andhra Pradesh holds this quirky record
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7. Station with shortest name: Ib station in Odisha has the shortest name
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8. Gorakhpur Station: It has the world's longest railway platform, stretching 1,366 metres
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9. Electrification drive: Indian Railways is working to become a net-zero carbon emitter by 2030, with rapid electrification of routes
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10. Luxury trains: India has some of the most luxurious trains like the Palace on Wheels, Maharajas' Express, and Deccan Odyssey, offering royal experiences