Indian Railways sets record with 4.5km-long freight train
On August 7, Indian Railways set a new record with "Rudrastra," a freight train stretching about 4.5km long.
This massive train was run by the East Central Railway's DDU Division to move more goods at once and make transport smoother across the country.
Train in numbers
Picture this: 354 wagons linked together, pulled by seven engines, rolling from Ganjkhwaja to Garhwa Road—about 200km—in five hours.
The train started on a dedicated freight corridor and then switched to regular tracks, showing off some serious coordination.
Benefits of long trains
Running one giant train instead of several smaller ones saves time, frees up space on busy rail lines, and speeds up deliveries.
It's a big step for Indian Railways in making cargo transport faster and more efficient—and honestly, it's pretty cool to see what teamwork can pull off.