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Blog Entry# 2322188
Posted: Jun 16 2017 (00:39)

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Jun 16 2017 (00:39)   HWH/Howrah Junction (23 PFs)
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Probably one the most mesmerising and nostalgic video of our Indian Railways . i can definitely say it is around atleast 30 years old . The story begin with CR's renowned VT station . The video is treat for the eyes During that time Steam , Diesel and Electric locos were simultaneously in action , along with maroon liveried coaches .
Most of people not aware that there held Black beauty contest for steam locomotives in ER zone and participating teams were of JHAJHA, DHANBAD, ASANSOL, RAMPURHAT ,SAHIBGANJ . ANd it was best award which a shed could get . WCG , WAG1 , WP, WAP1 , YDM , ZDM , YAM1 ,ZDM5 etc
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story had glimpse of Kolkata trams operating over howrah bridge .
The stories covered of CR , ER , Gwalior light railway , Darjeeling railway , Orient express in deserts .
Story covers Chennai small suburban station palur which was not electrified that time was on verge of closure due to less profit .
In it last steam train to Pondicherry was also covered .
Last past made to tears when these steam beauties were auctioned as scrap .
Tip - Do watch if you have 2 hours full .
Pic - Horwah TT (SER)
Credits - NGC/Youtube .

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