Rare photos: First train in India – 173 years of rail journey that began with 400 passengers, 3 engines and 34-km ride. From steam to speed © Zee News 1853: 34 km in 70 minutes Today: High-speed trains crossing hundreds of km daily India now has one of the worlds largest rail networks What started with a short steam-powered ride has grown into one of the biggest railway systems in the world. Indian Railways now operates thousands of trains daily, carrying millions of passengers across states and regions. (Photo: X/@RailMinIndia) The first route map © Zee News Start: Bori Bunder Mid-route stops: Byculla, Sion End point: Thane Total distance: 33-34 km The first rail route covered a short distance between Bombay and Thane. It laid the foundation for railway expansion across India in the decades that followed. (Photo: X/@RailMinIndia) Inside the first coaches © Zee News Wooden compartments Simple design compared to modern trains Limited seating comfort The coaches used in 185...