Rail transport in India
Rail transport in India consists primarily of passenger and freight shipments along an integrated rail network. Indian Railways, a statutory body under the ownership of the Ministry of Railways of the Government of India, operates India's national railway system. It is the primary owner and operator of rail operations throughout the country, including suburban rail systems in major metropolitan cities. Economic studies indicate the positive impact of the Indian railway network on the economy of the country. The majority of the urban metro rail networks are operated by independent bodies constituted for their respective operations. Privately owned railways exist in few places, mostly used to connect freight to the integrated rail network. Inter-city rail services are operated primarily by Indian Railways, though efforts have been made to introduce privately operated trains as recently as 2022. As of 2023, the national rail network comprised a total route length of 68,584 km (42,616 mi),...
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