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In Indian broad gauge, sleepers are typically spaced 1 meter apart to provide proper support and load distribution.
A fish plate is a steel plate used to connect two rail sections by bolting them together at the joint.
CRIS (Central Rail Information System) is the IT backbone of Indian Railways, managing reservation and ticketing systems.
If BG:MG = 4:1 and BG = 80,000 km, then MG = 20,000 km. Total = 80,000 + 20,000 = 100,000 km.
Northern Railway covers the maximum number of states and is one of the largest zones by geographical area.
Remaining time = 6 - 2 = 4 hours. New speed required = 360/4 = 90 km/h.
Welded joints (including Continuous Welded Rail or CWR) are preferred in modern railways as they reduce vibration and wear.
Grade crossing gates control road traffic at level crossings to ensure safety when trains pass through.
The standard rail thickness for broad gauge in India is 100 mm (measured at the head of the rail).
Eastern Railway has its headquarters in Kolkata (formerly Calcutta), one of the oldest railway zones in India.
