India's Free Train: Bhakra-Nangal Offers 75 Years of Ticketless Travel
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Moneycontrol•05-01-2026, 16:42
India's Free Train: Bhakra-Nangal Offers 75 Years of Ticketless Travel
- •The Bhakra-Nangal train offers free travel for 75 years between Nangal (Punjab) and Bhakra (Himachal Pradesh).
- •The 13 km route, with 5 stops, was originally built for Bhakra-Nangal Dam construction to transport materials and laborers.
- •Operated by the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB), it carries approximately 800 passengers daily.
- •Travel is free due to its historical legacy and unique service; it uses 60-year-old engines from 1953.
- •Known for its wooden benches and lack of ticket collectors, the train was also featured in Rajesh Khanna's film 'Chalta Purza'.
Why It Matters: Discover India's unique Bhakra-Nangal train, offering free travel for 75 years due to its rich history.
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