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The first passenger train in India ran between ______ and ______ in the year 1853.

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Bombay, Thane

First Indian Passenger Train Route

The inaugural passenger train service in India operated during the year 1853.

Key Route Details

  • Year of Operation: 1853
  • Train Route: Bombay to Thane

This historic journey connected the cities of Bombay (present-day Mumbai) and Thane, marking a significant milestone in Indian transportation history.

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