The track on a railway or railroad, is known as the Permanent Way. Components of the Permanent Way are the combination of rails, sleepers, ballasts, fixtures, and fastenings components.

Back in the days during the construction phase, temporary tracks were laid for conveyance of earth and materials during construction works. The name Permanent Way was also to distinguish the final layout of the track from these temporary tracks. The terminology P-WAY would signify patriotism toward the services P-WAY provides.