Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Unveils Photo Gallery and Restores Heritage at Sukna Station
The Northeast Frontier Railway has recreated the historic Sukna railway station and inaugurated a new photo gallery showcasing the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway's 146-year heritage. The gallery features historic photographs with QR codes for detailed information. General Manager Chetan Kumar Srivastava highlighted record passenger growth and efforts to enhance tourist experiences. Additionally, the 125-year-old steam locomotive B780 was re-commissioned for special heritage services, with the Tindharia workshop maintaining steam and diesel locomotives operating on the mountain railway.
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thetelegraph broke this story on 4 Oct, 01:30 am. Other outlets followed.