Senior Citizen Ticket Concession: Indian Railways is considering to restore the exemption given to senior citizens who were closed during the first wave of Corona. But this time a new rule will be applicable on the exemption of railways.
Indian Railways Discount on Ticket: Once again great news is coming for those traveling by train. On the demand of the people, Indian Railways is considering to give concession in fare to senior citizens once again. If this rule is implemented, then again senior citizens and other categories of passengers including sportspersons will start getting concessional tickets. The Railways had to face criticism in the last days for not restoring the exemption.
Age limit may change
According to the information received from the sources, the railways may change the age limit criteria to give relaxation in the ticket price again. It is expected that the government should provide concessional fare facility to people above the age of 70 years. Earlier this facility was for women of 58 years and men who had completed 60 years of age.
The exemption was closed during the Corona period
In fact, till March 2020, women of 58 years of age and above were given 50 percent discount in fare and 40 percent discount for men who were 60 years or more by the Railways. This discount was available for traveling by train in any class. But after the Corona period, this facility was closed when the movement of trains was restored. At that time, this decision of the railways was criticized a lot by the people.
80 trains have premium tatkal scheme
It is also being considered on the railway side that ‘Premium Tatkal’ scheme should be started in all trains. This will help in getting more revenue. By implementing this rule, it will be easier for the Railways to bear the burden of concessions. At present, this scheme is applicable in about 80 trains. The Premium Tatkal scheme is a quota introduced by the Railways to reserve certain seats with dynamic fare pricing.
