Railway Transport: Railways are the other important mode of land transport. They are very useful to carry heavy goods and large number of passengers over a long distance. They play a vital role in the development of agriculture, industry and economy of India. They help to expand trade and tourism. In India the railways were constructed during the British ** for convenient transport of raw materials and the movement of army from one place to another. The first railway line was **** between Bombay and Thane in 1853, followed by Kolkata to Raniganj (1854), Chennai to Arkonam (1864). Then gradually developed in other parts of the country. The railways are divided into 16 zones for the purpose of efficient management. Many steps are taken to provide comfortable and safe railway travel.
