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Exploring India's Earliest Railway Stations

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Royapuram Railway Station, Chennai

On July 1, 1856, this station initiated South India's railway service, launching the first train from Royapuram to Walajah Road, Arcot, Tamil Nadu.
 

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

Once known as Victoria Terminus, Mumbai's railway station holds the honor of being India's oldest, celebrated for its architecture as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Howrah Railway Station

Constructed in 1852, Kolkata serves as a vital transportation center in eastern India, boasting 23 platforms, the highest number among all stations nationwide.

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Old Delhi Railway Station

Established in 1864, this station started with a broad-gauge train from Calcutta, featuring 16 platforms, and serves as a significant transport hub.

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Jaipur Railway Station

Constructed in 1875, this station embodies the Pink City's essence, situated at 428 meters elevation, and stands as a bustling hub in North India.
 

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