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List of Railway Zones of India and Their Headquarters

India’s railway network is one of the largest in the world, and it is divided into several zones to manage its vast operations efficiently. Each zone is responsible for specific geographical regions and has its own headquarters. Here’s a look at the railway zones of India and their respective headquarters:

How Many Railway Zones are there in India?

India has 18 railway zones, each with its own headquarters. These zones include Central Railway, Eastern Railway, Western Railway, and others. Each zone is responsible for managing and operating a specific region of the railway network. Additionally, there is a 19th zone, Metro Railway, which operates separately. This zonal system ensures efficient administration and smooth functioning of India’s vast railway network.

List of Railway Zones of India and Their Headquarters

Indian Railways is divided into 18 main zones, with each zone having a designated headquarters. Here is the list of 18 railway zones of India with their respective headquarters:

Railway Zone Headquarter
Central Railway Mumbai
East Central Railway Hajipur
East Coast Railway Bhubaneswar
Eastern Railway Kolkata
Konkan Railway Navi Mumbai
North Central Railway Prayagraj
North Eastern Railway Gorakhpur
North Western Railway Jaipur
Northeast Frontier Railway Guwahati
Northern Railway Delhi
South Central Railway Secunderabad
South Coast Railway Visakhapatnam
South East Central Railway Bilaspur
South Eastern Railway Kolkata
South Western Railway Hubballi
Southern Railway Chennai
West Central Railway Jabalpur
Western Railway Mumbai

Need for Railway Zones

Initially, Indian Railways was divided into regions. However, as passenger numbers increased and the network expanded, it became necessary to create smaller, more manageable divisions. These divisions were further organized into zones, each managed by a senior official to ensure smooth and effective operation of the railway services.

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