These Are The 16 Indian Railways Zones & Their Headquarters

Indian Railway Zones

These zones cover various regions across India and are responsible for managing railway operations in their respective territories.

1. Northern Railway

With its headquarters in New Delhi, this zone oversees a vast network of rail routes

2. North Eastern Railway

Nestled in the city of Gorakhpur, the North Eastern Railway Zone caters to the northeastern part of India

3. Northeast Frontier Railway

Perched amidst the picturesque landscapes of Guwahati, the Northeast Frontier Railway Zone serves as the gateway to the northeastern states

4. Eastern Railway

The Eastern Railway Zone has its headquarters in Kolkata

5. Southern Railway

Covering states like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, parts of Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, it has its headquarters in Chennai

6. Central Railway

The Central Railway Zone has its headquarters in Mumbai CSMT

7. Western Railway

Its headquarters at Churchgate epitomizes the synergy between urban development and rail infrastructure.

8. North Western Railway

Nestled amidst the royal heritage of Jaipur is the North Western Railway Zone

9. South Eastern Railway

Sharing its headquarters with the Eastern Railway Zone in Kolkata, the South Eastern Railway Zone extends its reach to the southeastern states of India

10. South Central Railway

Situated in the bustling city of Secunderabad, the South Central Railway Zone serves as a pivotal link

11. East Central 

Nestled on the banks of the river Ganges, the East Central Railway Zone's headquarters in Hajipur

12. South East Central Railway

Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Bilaspur, the South East Central Railway Zone serves as a vital link connecting central India

13. East Coast Railway

Situated in the historic city of Bhubaneswar, the East Coast Railway Zone embodies the coastal charm

14. North Central Railway

Located at the confluence of rivers Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati, the North Central Railway Zone's headquarters in Prayagraj

15. South Western Railway

Its headquarters oversee a network of rail routes in Hubbali

16. West Central Railway

Situated in the historic city of Jabalpur, the West Central Railway Zone caters to the central region