GIPR Nagpur Branch
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GIPR Nagpur Branch
The 'Nagpur Branch' of the Great Indian Peninsula Railway(GIPR) from Bhusawal was built by Messrs. Lee, Watson and Ayton, Construction Contractors. The line opened in stages 1863-67 - Bhusaval to Baderna 1863-65, to Nagpur 1867: 243.25 miles
One of the GIPR Engineers in charge of the construction was Robert Edwin Wright from 1864-67
Opened Bhusawal Junction to Baderna 1863-65, Bederna via Wardha Junction to Nagpur 1867: 243 miles(391km)
Became 'GIPR Branch, North East line’
See also GIPR North East Branches
