Railways gave mixed signals before the New Year, long distance travel became a bit expensive, but a big relief to the common man.

News India Live, Digital Desk: If you are also planning to travel by train in the coming days, especially after December 26, then this news is very important for you. Indian Railways has announced some changes in its fares. We often get nervous when we hear the name ‘fare increase’, but wait! There is also an aspect in this news which will give a sigh of relief to the passengers who earn lakhs of rupees every day.

First good news: Which passengers are completely ‘safe’?

While making changes in fares this time, Railways has taken full care that it does not put a burden on the pockets of the “common man”. So, if you fall into these categories, Smile, because your fare hasn’t increased by a penny:

1. Passengers of local train (Suburban): If you go to office or work by local train in cities like Mumbai, Kolkata or Chennai, stay relaxed. Your fare will remain the same.
2. Season pass holders (MST): Those who make monthly pass (MST) for daily up-down will also not have to pay any extra money.
3. Short distance travellers: If you travel in ‘Ordinary Class’ and your journey 215 kilometers If this rule is not applicable to you also. Railways has kept the poor and middle class completely safe.

Then whose pocket will be loose?

Now let’s talk about change. Railways has made a slight increase in fares on long distance journeys. This increase 26th December Will come into effect from.

• Ordinary Class (above 215 km): Fare will increase by 1 paisa per kilometer.
• Mail/Express (Non-AC): Fare will increase by 2 paise per kilometer. ,[
• AC Class (AC Coach): Here too the fare will increase by 2 paise per kilometre.

How much will your expenses increase? (Real Example)

There is no need to worry about mathematics. This increase is not very much. Let us understand with an example: Suppose you are traveling in a non-AC train. 500 kilometers If you travel by , your ticket price includes only 10 rupees There will be an increase of around Rs. That is equal to one cup of tea.

Why did the Railways do this?

Officials say that the burden of pension and salary of employees on Railways has increased significantly (about Rs 1.15 lakh crore). Also, money is needed to improve passenger safety and facilities. With this small change, Railways is expected to earn additional income of about Rs 600 crore annually, which will enable them to improve the facilities.