Not a WGSCNY, but a WDM-1

Now many will wonder whats a WGSCNY and a WDM-1. The former is a vestibuled self-generating second-class 3-tier sleeper coach and the latter is an older version of the WDM class of diesel locomotive. Now this picture shows the rear of this WDM-1 and it does look like the vestibued end of a regular passenger coach. Probably at stations, some unsuspecting people might want to board the engine iteslf, while looking for seats in the train. The WDM-1 is now removed from service and can be seen only at the National Rail Museum, Delhi. (Thats also where this picture has been taken). These days, however, the WDM-2 class are the most preferred locos on non-electrified routes.

While you are looking at this post, Id suggest you click the picture for a bigger view. You'll notice that the side guard rods (which are usually placed next to doors) are at a place where there doesnt seem to be any inlet or door. (There is a climbing ladder, though beneath it). Nor is it leading up to the top of the loco - its not a ladder also. So for what are these things for ? Just for fun perhaps - or for villagers to hang on to the loco for a short free ride till the next halt.