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News18
3 days ago
- News18
The Person Sitting Next To You On The Train Could Be An Undercover Railway Official
Last Updated: Railway officials would now travel on trains to inspect cleanliness, amenities, and safety, aiming to boost passenger confidence and ensure better service nationwide Indian Railways has launched a new campaign to enhance passenger facilities by having railway officials travel on trains to inspect and address shortcomings first-hand. Passengers might find that the person sitting next to them is a railway official who could seek feedback during the journey. These officials will check amenities such as toilets, charging points, lights, fans, availability of water, and cleanliness. If any deficiencies are found, the responsible officer must take immediate action. This campaign is part of Indian Railways' vision to prioritise passenger convenience and quality service, aimed at boosting passenger confidence and ensuring smoother, safer journeys. The campaign has begun in the Prayagraj division, where a team of 25 employees inspected 50 trains, uncovering several issues. This initiative will soon be extended to other railway divisions as well. Plan For Better Facilities The Prayagraj division is committed to providing passengers with clean toilets, pure drinking water, good food, and a comfortable journey. To curb ticketless travel and irregularities, the railway is also conducting ticket inspections at stations and onboard trains. Inspections Conducted On Multiple Trains Following directions from Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (Coaching) Himanshu Shukla, 25 commercial inspectors carried out inspections on 50 trains, including train numbers 14163, 14113, 14114, 14116, 20403, 12403, 12417, 12275/76, 04125, 04154, 20404, 04121, 14117, 04152, 04141, 04138, 22431, 22432, 04156, 12418, 14118, 22437/38, 20433, 20434, 04126, 14164, 04115, 04116, 14115, and 12404. The inspections focused on the cleanliness of coaches, toilets, lights, fans, air conditioning, water supply, linen, and charging points. Shukla confirmed that this campaign will continue to address complaints received through Rail Madad. Regular Station Checks And Ticket Inspections In addition to train inspections, regular and surprise ticket checks will be conducted at stations, on trains, and along railway sections to prevent fare evasion. This will not only improve passenger facilities but also make railway operations more efficient. First Published: May 30, 2025, 15:58 IST
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Time of India
8 catering stalls at Chheoki rly stn fined 3 lakh
Prayagraj: Eight catering stalls at Prayagraj Chheoki railway station were slapped with a collective fine of Rs 3 lakh for not meeting standards after a surprise inspection on Saturday. The caterers have also been warned against any overcharging. Earlier on Friday, a collective fine of Rs 5 lakh was imposed on 18 catering stalls at Prayagraj Junction for not complying with the standards. On Saturday, the inspection was led by senior divisional commercial manager/coaching, Prayagraj Division, Himanshu Shukla. "During my visit to the Chheoki station, I personally reviewed the functioning of the paid waiting hall and passengers found the services to be satisfactory. The facility was clean and organised," said Shukla. "Although at the stalls, we imposed a fine because we have approved 30 items to be made available across the stalls. They should offer at least 10 varieties for better options. Additionally, I have emphasised that there must be no overcharging under any circumstances, and vendors have been strictly warned against this practice," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scarlett Johansson Shows Off Her Jaw-Dropping Figure - See Photos 33 Bridges Undo As part of the inspection, the officer interacted with over 100 passengers, particularly from general and sleeper coaches, to gather a direct feedback. "Based on their response, we have instructed that the ' Janta food package ' be revised to better suit the needs and expectations of the passengers," said Shukla. It has also been directed that catering or Multi-Purpose Stalls (MPS) be strategically placed between every three coaches to improve accessibility. Regarding station discipline, RPF (Railway Protection Force) will take strict action against haphazardly parked vehicles around the station premises to ensure smooth movement and passenger safety. Earlier, on Friday, an intensive inspection was carried out at Prayagraj Junction to inspect if food stalls are adhering to quality and hygiene standards.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Shuttle buses to religious sites from Prayagraj and Vindhyachal rly stations
Prayagraj: Under the Prayagraj Amrit Bharat Station Yojana , shuttle buses and luxury vehicles will now be available from Prayagraj and Vindhyachal railway stations to religious places at affordable rates. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With this initiative, one can easily visit Vindhyachal, Varanasi, and Ayodhya from Sangam city. "Under the scheme, the upgradation work of Mirzapur, Chunar, and Vindhyachal stations is progressing at a fast pace. For the convenience of passengers at these stations, arrangements are being made for air-conditioned waiting rooms, better parking, drinking water facilities, as well as shuttle buses connecting religious places and prepaid taxi booths," senior divisional commercial manager, Prayagraj division, Himanshu Shukla. In the first phase, this service is being started from Prayagraj Junction and Vindhyachal station. Licensed operators will make the journey memorable. "To provide smooth and comfortable travel to the passengers, licensed operators will operate vehicles like shuttle buses, Innova, and mini buses. These vehicles will take passengers to Hanuman Temple in Prayagraj, Maa Vindhyavasini Temple in Vindhyachal, Bava Vishwanath Temple in Banaras, and Ramlalla Temple in Ayodhya under a prescribed circuit," said Shukla. Under the circuit, the journey will be completed from Vindhyachal to Varanasi and Ayodhya, he added. This service will not only save time and money but also provide an opportunity for the passengers to visit the pilgrimage sites in a safe and systematic manner. This railways initiative is expected to boost religious tourism, which will also give a fillip to the local economy. Railway officials say that this scheme will be extended to other Amrit Bharat stations in the future, so that pilgrims from all over the country can take advantage of this facility.
