Rail travel in India Attractions & Activities - The Best Holiday Destinations for 2020
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The modern Delhi Metro, a sign of India's economic development
Nearly all trains in India are operated by the government-run Indian Railways (IR) .
IR is the third largest rail network in the world, and the rail system is efficient, if not always on schedule. Tracks running well over 60,000 kilometers help connect about 7500 stations, ferrying nearly 20 million people every day. Although distances in India are long and Indian trains aren't the world's best, traveling in them can add a fascinating new dimension to a visitor's experience. There is virtually no better way to make friends with the local people and see the spectacular and diverse Indian countryside. On many routes the railways are the fastest and cheapest way to get around.
The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Rail travel in India
