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The Hindu
03-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Train users' assn. seeks revival of Tambaram service favoured by pilgrims to Kumbakonam, Mayiladuthurai
The Podanur Train Users' Association has urged the Southern Railway to revive Podanur/Tambaram/Podanur Express (No. 06185/ 06186) special service and to operate it on a daily basis. In a representation to the Divisional Railway Manager, Salem Railway Division, N. Subramanian, General Secretary of the association, said the special train operated as a weekly service was most comfortable for passengers bound for Chennai as well as pilgrim centres including Kumbakonam, Mayiladuthurai and Chidambaram, in particular, for senior citizens since they could travel in night hours in sleeper class. The same demand was highlighted in a separate representation by K. Eswarasamy, Member of Parliament, Pollachi Constituency. Stoppage of the service was regrettable, since it had high level of occupancy all along the intermediate stations. The services may be restored with bi-weekly operation in the interests of travelling public, the MP emphasised. The association also demanded the extension of Janshatabdi Express (12083/ 12084) till Chidambaram. The association has been highlighting this demand for long and the Southern Railway has been citing non-availability of platform for not being able to start the journey at earlier timings to make this happen. The association suggests that the train can, instead, start from Podanur Junction, which has five platforms that are not fully utilised. Like several other train rakes stabling at Podanur Junction during the night hours, the Jan Shatabdi express rakes were also stabling at Podanur Junction on most days. The Salem Railway Division could as well plan the start of the train from Podanur Junction, which will also serve the purpose of decongesting Coimbatore Junction, Mr. Subramanian said. The train could start from the Podanur Junction at 6 a.m., depart from Coimbatore Junction after a 20-minute stoppage, and reach Mayiladuthurai and Chidambaram at 1.05 p.m. and 1.35 p.m. respectively. In the return direction, the train could depart at 2.30 p.m., Mr. Subramanian said.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Train ticket prices increased from July 1, 2025: How much will travel on Delhi-Mumbai Rajdhani and Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani cost now?
Which trains and services are affected by the latest fare revision implemented from July 1, 2025? Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills How much will travel cost now on the Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express? How much will travel cost now on the Delhi-Mumbai Rajdhani Express? What's the latest increase in AC, non-AC and second-class train tickets? For AC Classes (Mail/Express trains): AC Chair Car, AC 3-Tier/3-Economy, AC 2-Tier, and AC First/Executive Class/Executive Anubhuti: Increased by 02 paisa per km. Is there any change in ancillary charges? Attention, railway passengers! The Ministry of Railways on Monday (June 30, 2025) announced a marginal increase in passenger train fares to streamline fare structures and improve the financial viability of rail services. However, there is no change in ticket prices for travelling up to 500 km on ordinary non-AC classes (non-suburban trains). The new rates take effect from July 1, 2025. The revised fares are in line with the updated passenger fare table issued by the Indian Railway Conference Association (IRCA).The fare revision also applies to premier and special train services, such as Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Duronto, Vande Bharat, Tejas, Humsafar, Amrit Bharat, Mahamana, Gatimaan, Antyodaya, Jan Shatabdi, Yuva Express, AC Vistadome coaches, Anubhuti coaches, and ordinary non-suburban services (after 500 km), based on the new fare structure for different read: IRCTC's new tatkal rules you must know before your next confirmed train ticket booking: Know all FAQ's Here is an example of two popular train routes with old and new fares to show how much ticket prices have increased:The HWH Rajdhani Express (12302) operating between New Delhi and Howrah (West Bengal) has seen a fare revision effective July 1, 2025:The fare for Third AC (3A) has increased from Rs 3,020 to Rs 3,065 effective July 1, 2025-a hike of Rs Second AC (2A) fare has gone up from Rs 4,140 to Rs 4,180, reflecting an increase of Rs First AC (1A) fare has risen from Rs 5,155 to Rs 5,185, with a hike of Rs Rajdhani Express (22222)-New Delhi to Mumbai CSMTThe CSMT Rajdhani Express (22222) running from Hazrat Nizamuddin to Mumbai CSMT has witnessed a fare hike effective July 1, Third AC (3A) fare has increased from Rs 3,135 on June 30 to Rs 3,180 from July 1, marking a hike of Rs Second AC (2A) fare has gone up from Rs 4,140 to Rs 4,340, a sharp rise of Rs First AC (1A) fare has risen from Rs 5,155 to Rs 5,390, registering the highest increase of Rs 235 among all Class: Increased by half paisa per km subject to condition that· No increase up to 500 km· Increase by Rs 5 for distance 501 to 1,500 km· Increase by Rs 10 for distance 1501 to 2,500 km· Increase by Rs 15 for distance 2501 to 3,000 kmSleeper Class: Increased by 0.5 paisa per kmFirst Class: Increased by 0.5 paisa per km· Second Class: Increased by 01 paisa per km· Sleeper Class: Increased by 01 paisa per km· First Class: Increased by 01 paisa per kmNo Change in Ancillary Charges:Reservation fees, superfast surcharges, and other charges remain will continue to be levied as per applicable rounding principles remain as per existing norms.
Indian Express
14-06-2025
- Indian Express
Mohali station gets facelift, but passengers flag poor security, lack of basic amenities
Written by Prisha Arora As redevelopment work continues at Mohali Railway Station under the Centre's Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, daily passengers have raised serious concerns over inadequate safety, poor sanitation, and the lack of functional amenities — particularly for women and differently abled commuters. The station, part of Northern Railway's Ambala division, handles over 2,000 passengers a day and is a scheduled stop for 30 trains, while 12 trains pass through without halting. Services include Mail Express, Jan Shatabdi, SuperFast, MEMU, and DEMU trains. As part of the revamp, platform lengths have been extended from 405 to 605 metres, a 12-metre-wide foot overbridge is under construction, and a 2,600 square metre green zone has been developed, featuring a 100-foot-high Indian flag. The new station design draws inspiration from the nearby Amb Sahib Gurdwara. Other upgrades include digital signage, expanded parking facilities — 1,400 sq m for two-wheelers and 1,500 sq m for four-wheelers — and a water harvesting system. Each platform now has 20 dustbins and is serviced by food and tea kiosks. Despite these infrastructural improvements, passengers say the station lacks basic functionality and security, especially after dark. 'Yahan raat ko akele aane mein dar lagta hai (It's scary to come here alone at night),' said Sunita Kumar, a daily commuter who often returns late. The station has no RPF or CRPF deployment, no women security staff, and no security booth. Only the station master is on duty during night hours. Currently, just two CCTV cameras monitor the entire premises, with footage stored remotely at Rajpura — 60 km away. Authorities have proposed adding 14 more cameras, but there is no timeline for their installation. Sanitation is another weak link. Only one janitor, Ram Balak Ram — known locally as Patel — is responsible for cleaning the entire station. 'Tez bukhaar mein bhi akele saara kaam karta hoon (Even when I have a high fever, I manage all the cleaning alone),' he said. Amenities also fall short. Passengers report patchy WiFi coverage and only one water cooler serving both platforms. While a lift and ramps for differently abled persons have been installed, commuters say they are frequently non-functional. Although dedicated parking exists for Divyangjan, the absence of support staff renders these spaces nearly unusable. A senior official, requesting anonymity, admitted that the pace of improvements was not in line with expectations. Passengers argue that unless the station hires more cleaning staff, deploys women security personnel, sets up an on-site information centre, and ensures consistent access to water, WiFi, and sanitation, the redevelopment will remain cosmetic. 'Without these essentials,' said one commuter. 'The station may look modern, but it still feels unsafe and under-equipped.' (The writer is an intern with The Indian Express.)
