Lifeline of India, the Indian Railways connects the remote villages to the cities, bridges the cultural boundaries and unites the distance, geography and diversity of the Nation. Being the single largest employer in the World and the fourth largest rail network in the World, our Railways is the cheapest, affordable and safest long distance mode of transport. With more refurbishment and upgradation projects and launch of new trains in the pipeline, the Indian Railways is all set to pave way for the economic growth and prosperity of India. Click on to know some mind-blowing and amazing facts about this 166-year-old National asset of India.