Private company

Indian Branch Railway Company

Railway company in India

The Indian Branch Railway Company was formed in 1862 to build short branch and feeder lines. It received no guarantee but was offered a 20-year subsidy.2 It ceased to exist in 1872.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1862Founded1
  • Industryrail transport1
  • HeadquartersIndia1

The Indian Branch Railway Company was formed in 1862 to build short branch and feeder lines. It received no guarantee but was offered a 20-year subsidy.2

Timeline

  1. 1872Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. 1862Founded Founded1

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