16 April 1853 is an important Milestone in Indian History, when the Railway Passenger Train Ran for the 1st time in India. This Train Crossed 34 km between Mumbai (then Bombay) and Thane. This historic journey was the beginning of the era of modern transportation in India, which had a profound impact on Indian society, economy and culture.
First passenger train travelled from Boribandar station (present Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj terminus) to Thane. This train had three engines - Sahib, Sindh and Sultan. There were 14 cans in the train and there were 400 passengers on board. During this historic journey, the train started its journey with a salute of 21 cannons. The journey completed in about 75 minutes and laid the foundation for the development of Indian Railways.
Railway network in India expanded rapidly, after the successful event of the first train journey. Till the end of 19th century, thousands of kilometers of railway lines were laid in India. This not only improved transport facilities, but also gave new direction to India's economy. Agricultural products, industries and business activities were boosted and helped connect various parts of the country.
Railways brought significant changes in Indian society too. People got the facility of moving from one place to another, increasing cultural and social exchange. People from different fields could meet each other, strengthening unity and integrity. Also, new opportunities for education and employment were arisen.
On 16 April 1853, the first passenger train journey began the era of railways in India, which played an important role in the country's development and progress. This day will always be remembered as an important day in Indian Railway history. The journey was not only the beginning of transport revolution, but it also deeply impacted Indian society and the economy.
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