On June 1, 1885, the railway age dawned on Malaya. It was a momentous occasion when the country’s first train embarked on an 8-mile (12.8km) journey from Taiping to Port Weld.
The creation of railroads opened up countless job opportunities, drawing a wide range of individuals to the nation. A diverse group of individuals, including a significant number of Sikhs, were handpicked for their skills and expertise to undertake the monumental task of building, operating and maintaining the railways across the country. They worked tirelessly towards the safety and betterment of the Malayan Railways.
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