Indian Railways arranged a heritage steam locomotive of 1947 vintage, named ”Shahanshah”, to be run from Roypuram Railway Station, the oldest railway station of Southern Railways in Chennai, to Tambaram, a suburb on the outskirts of the city on the occasion of Republic Day.

The ”Shahanshah” steam locomotive was one of several prototypes received from the United States before regular production of such locos was started at the Chitaranjan Locomotive Works after India gained Independence in 1947.

The 62-year-old ”Shahanshah” was the mainstay of steam-horses in the inventory of Southern Railway and hauled prime mail and express trains until late 1970s.  (via web )

Am happy to share these pics on the occasion of 62 nd Indian Independence Day, August 15 2009. :-)

Vande Mataram!
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