Ever sneaked on a train without a ticket? While many might have thought about it, boarding a train without a ticket in India usually leads to a hefty fine, or worse, imprisonment. However, for your information, there’s one exceptional train in the country where passengers can board without ever worrying about paying a fare— the Bhakra-Nangal train.
This train, which has been in service for 75 years, travels 13 km between Nangal, Punjab, and Bhakra, Himachal Pradesh, passing over the picturesque Sutlej River and the Shivalik Hills. This train is unique because it has never collected a single cent from its passengers. Originally used to move labourers and supplies for the…
















