The division of the subcontinent was one the greatest calamities of our collective humanity. I don't think I'll ever be able to not look at the Empire in disdain, even if it's a crumbling shadow today.

Somewhat related: I really like the global version https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/images/79765/night-lights-... Here in Argentina it's possible to see the railway system, the phantom of the old road from Buenos Aires (Argentina) to Lima (Peru), and many other things.