What is NTKM railway?

Output of any railway system is commonly measured in terms of Gross Ton Km (GTKM) or Net Ton Km (NTKM) or Passenger Km (PKM) moved over the railway system in a given time frame.

Which of the following is the busiest server in railway network in India?

Howrah Junction Railway Station It is the busiest railway station in India in terms of train frequency. 210 Unique Trains per day with a frequency of 974 arrivals/departures per day.

How is the Indian Railways trying to regain lost customers?

In recent times, Indian Railways has lost out on a lot of revenue due to manufacturers moving their goods to road transport. In a bid to get back lost customers, the Ministry has taken initiatives such as increasing the freight basket from 10 to 40 and ensuring freight trains move on time.

How Indian Railways are making travel easier for passengers?

Indian Railways have constantly been innovating new ways to make travel easier for passengers across the country. From connecting remote areas to providing luxurious comforts…the Indian Railways have for the past few years come up with many new ways to ensure a smoother travel experience.

How many people are employed in Indian Railways?

Since the first passenger train chugged out of Bombay in 1853, Indian Railways has gone on to employ over 1.2 million people and generate approximately Rs 2 lakh crore annually. Not to forget the extraordinary scale of Indian Railways—its network spans around 68,000 route kilometres!

How will the modernization of railway stations in India be done?

The modernization and redevelopment of stations will be conducted primarily through Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation Limited, Rail Land Development Authority and other Central Government entities. The PPP basis is under the Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) model.