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This article shares the new updates regarding the Amrit Bharat Express train service and the changes in booking and travel rules for passengers.
The Indian Railways has announced some significant changes for passengers traveling on the Amrit Bharat Express. Starting now, the train will no longer offer the ‘Half Seat’ or RAC (Reservation Against Cancellation) system. This means every passenger will get a full seat after paying the entire fare, ensuring a more comfortable journey.
Under the new rules, confirmed berths will be given to travelers. Special consideration has been made for elderly individuals and women. Men aged 60 years and over, as well as women aged 45 and above, will automatically get lower berths, depending on availability. Additionally, parents traveling with children in sleeper class will also have priority for lower berths, even if they haven’t booked a separate seat for the child.
There are also new rules regarding fares and distances for the Amrit Bharat service. Passengers in the sleeper class must travel a minimum distance of 200 kilometers, while those in the general coach need to cover at least 50 kilometers. Extra charges like reservation fees and superfast fees will be added separately. The fare will also be rounded off, meaning if it’s Rs 296, passengers will have to pay Rs 300.
The train will maintain specific quotas for ladies, disabled passengers, and senior citizens in the sleeper coach. However, no other special quotas will apply. It’s important to note that concessional tickets or tickets linked to free passes that haven’t been reimbursed will not be accepted on this train. Duty passes, however, will be accepted like they are on regular mail and express trains.
For ticket cancellations, the Railways is promoting digital payments. If a reserved ticket is canceled, refunds will be processed within 24 hours, prioritizing digital payment methods. Passengers who prefer cash can still get their refunds at the counter, ensuring everyone has options for their transactions.
Summary:
- Full seats will be provided on Amrit Bharat Express without RAC.
- Elderly and women will get lower berths automatically.
- Minimum travel distances and new fare rules have been set.
- Specific quotas will be available for certain groups in sleeper class.
- Digital payment is preferred for refunds on canceled tickets.
