It should be beyond the scope of any debate that the Indian Railways is the lifeline of India. It has been railways that has brought to the true spirit, the constitution's philosophy of free movement. Without the near omnipresent railways it could have been a dream that remains a dream.
Despite the strong protest of the father of the nation who believed more in self sufficiency of the vollage system and limited cross movement, the railways had done what was thought impossible. It was the biggest unifying factor in the freedom movement.
Like any other blessing it also has its own vices. For starters the management is still a logistical nightmare. Trains frequently get delayed and safety has become another major concern. Not to forget its ineptness in coping up with the growing population and demanding needs. An average speed of 70-80 kmph is not sufficient in the current fast paced world
The railways is and will always remain the lifeline of india but it may not be an overstatement to expect and demand a rail revolution after a green and white one that the nation has so gracefully embraced.
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