Indian railways lifeline to nation
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The document provides an overview of Indian Railways, which was introduced in 1853 and has since grown to become one of the largest rail networks in the world. It discusses the organization structure with 16 zones and 68 divisions overseen by the Ministry of Railways. Indian Railways connects most parts of India, carries over 7 billion passengers and 1 million tons of freight annually. It also offers several luxury train services and has focused on improving food services and hospitality for travelers.
Indian railways lifeline to nation
- 1. Indian Railways. Lifeline to the Nation . By : Indra bhaskar ,Sahil ,Narendra & Md. Aftab
- 2. Contents: Introduction Railway zones Organisation structure SWOT analysis Services by IR Amazing facts Conclusion
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- 5. Rail Network Penetration 1909 2014
- 7. INTRODUCTION India is a land of diverse culture, and Railways play a key role in not only meeting the transport needs of the country, but also in binding together dispersed areas and promoting national integration. Indian Railways have emerged as the sinews of the Indian economy, and have reached out to bring together the great Indian family. Indian railways was first introduced in India in the year 1853 by East India Company. The first railway route was from Bombay to Thane. Today, Indian railways serve as the best means of transport to India as well as is also an employer to 1.307 million Indians (2013).
- 8. Indian Railways have been the prime movers to the Nation and have the distinction of being one of the largest railway systems in the world under a single management. As compared to road transport, the Railway has a number of intrinsic advantages. Indian Railways, therefore, rightly occupy pride of place in the growth and development of the nation. Apart from normal trains connecting almost all parts of the country, the Indian Railways also runs special luxury trains like the Palace on Wheels, Rajdhani Express, Shatbdi Express, Fairy queen etc.
- 10. Organization Structure Top Ministry of railway Railway board Middle 16 zones headed by general manager 68 divisions headed by division railway manager Bottom Station masters who control individual station D. V. Sadananda Gowda
- 11. SWOT Analysis Strength Weakness Opportunity Threats
- 12. Strength The biggest organization in the world under one management Affordable to common man Connects different cities and states Co-operative employees
- 13. Weakness Non pro-active employees Corruption within department Lack of safety Poor infrastructure Overcrowded Delayed trains Un hygienic food
- 14. Opportunity Metro in commercial cities like Mumbai, Chennai etc. Development in small cities Profit through privatization Technological advancement
- 15. Threats Increasing price of diesel Naxalites Terrorism Improvement of other infrastructure like roadways Low cost airlines
- 19. CATERING The present Railway catering services is managed both departmentally (The Indian Railways) and through Licensed contractors. Catering facilities of thousands travelling by train everyday throughout the country, the turnover is enormous. For the departmental catering alone for the year 1984-85, was more than Rs. 40 crores, and the licences fees from the contractors in the same year was more than Rs. 80 lakh. The Railway also owns and operates two railway hotels at Ranchi and Puri
- 21. TRAVEL Rail transport is a commonly used mode of long-distance transportation in India. Almost all rail operations in India are handled by a state-owned organisation, Indian Railways, Ministry of Railways. The rail network traverses the length and breadth of the country, covering in 2011 a total length of 64,460 kilometres (40,050 mi). It is the 4th largest railway network in the world, transporting 7.651 billion passengers and over 921 million tonnes of freight annually, as of 2011. Its operations cover twenty eight states and three union territories and also provide limited service to Nepal, Bangladesh and Pakistan.
- 22. HOSPITALITY The Railways have also focused on providing Hospitality to its travellers. Food, hospitality and cleanliness are among the major issues with the railways in the past. Railways has introduced many trains which pays importance to providing luxury and comfort to its travellers. For ex. Palace on wheels, Maharajas Express Worlds leading luxury train, Golden Chariot, Royal Rajasthan onWheels,.
- 23. Maharajas' Express - The Finest Luxury Train Maharajas' Express, bestowed the "Worlds Leading Luxury Train" award at the World Travel Awards for two consecutive years in 2012 & 2013.
- 24. Golden Chariot Many worlds, One Voyage The Golden Chariot is a royal experience, a journey that is much more than a luxury train ride. The Golden Chariot tour epitomizes the rich Indian heritage and journeys through one of the most exotic regions in the world.
- 25. Royal Rajasthan on Wheels The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is the regal delight where every moment is woven together into an everlasting and immemorial experience to be lived and cherished forever.
- 26. MORE SERVICES. Travel and transportation Goods transport, tour planning and itinerary support. Luggage and postal services. Transportation support to forces such as Army, Air Force and Navy. Lifeline Express Hospital on wheels Double decker A/C trains.
- 29. Amazing Facts The total distance covered by the 14,300 trains on the Indian Railways everyday, equals to three and half times the distance to moon. The first train on Indian soil ran between Bombay and Thane on 16th April 1853. Indian Railways has about 63,028 route kms. Of track. It carries over 13 million passengers and 1.3 million tones of freight everyday. It runs about 14,300 train daily. Indian Railways has about 7,000 railway stations. The longest platform in the world is at kharagpur and is 2,733 ft. in length. Nehru Setu on Sone River is the longest Railway Bridge. 42 Railway companies operated in the country before independence. Electric Locomotives are manufactured at Chittaranjan Locomotive works, Chittaranjan. Coaches are manufactured at ICF/ Chennai, RCF/ Kapurthala and BEML/ Bangaluru. The National Rail Museum at New Delhi was set-up in 1977. People employed in Indian Railway are about 1.6 million. Classes of travel in Indian Railway : 1stAC, 2ndAC, 3rdAC, AC chair car, Sleeper and General.
- 31. CONCLUSION It is one of the world's largest railway networks. Indian Railways is the world's ninth largest commercial or utility employer, by number of employees, with over 1.307 million employees. It is the cheapest means of transport in India. It provides daily services to people in india. Best means of transportation as it passes through almost all rural and urban areas. Safest means of transportation.
- 34. ` THANK YOU FOR WATCHING MY PRESENTATION I HOPE YOU ALL GAIN SOMETHING
Editor's Notes
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