8 Oldest Railway Stations in India Where Trains Still Run Today: A Historical Journey Of Heritage
Indian Railways (IR), with a legacy spanning over 170 years, boasts a diverse range of both tangible and intangible heritage. India's first railway track was completed in Madras in 1835, and by 1837, industrial trains were running on it. The first passenger train in India ran between Bombay and Thane on April 16, 1853, carrying 400 people across 14 carriages for a 34-kilometer journey. Bombay, now known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST), is India's oldest railway station. Over its 171-year history, Indian Railways has several stations that are over 150 years old and still operational.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) (1853)
Originally named Victoria Terminus, CST is India's oldest railway station. Designed by Frederick William Stevens, it was named in honor of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee. In 1996, it was renamed to honor Maratha warrior Shivaji, and later in 2017, it became Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. CST is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of Mumbai's architectural grandeur and historical significance.