Gauges & Tracks
Indian Railways · गेज और ट्रैक
📋Quick Overview
Indian Railways uses three gauges: Broad Gauge (1,676 mm — most common, 90%+), Metre Gauge (1,000 mm), and Narrow Gauge (762 mm and 610 mm). Project Unigauge aims to convert all tracks to Broad Gauge.
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Broad: 1,676 mm (90%+) | Metre: 1,000 mm | Narrow: 762/610 mm | Total track: ~68,000 km
📖Gauge Types
| Gauge | Width | Also Called | Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broad Gauge | 1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in) | Indian Gauge | 90%+ of network, all main lines |
| Metre Gauge | 1,000 mm (3 ft 3 in) | MG | Declining, being converted |
| Narrow Gauge | 762 mm (2 ft 6 in) | NG | Hill railways, heritage lines |
| Narrow Gauge | 610 mm (2 ft) | NG | Darjeeling Toy Train |