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Indian Railways has completed trials and certification for the Vande Bharat Sleeper train, with the Guwahati–Kolkata corridor selected as the first route and services to be flagged off soon.

PM Modi to inaugurate first Vande Bharat sleeper train on Guwahati–Kolkata corridor soon

Indian Railways has completed trials and certification for the Vande Bharat Sleeper train, with the Guwahati&ndash;Kolkata corridor selected as the first route and services to be flagged off soon.

The government has completed the trial, testing, and certification process for the Vande Bharat Sleeper train, with the Guwahati&ndash;Kolkata route selected as the first corridor for its operations, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Thursday.
The minister said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first Vande Bharat Sleeper service in the near future. Speaking at a press conference, Vaishnaw highlighted the growing demand for new-generation trains across the country.
&ldquo;For a long time, there has been a demand for new generation trains. Vande Bharat chair car started a new era in Indian Railways. People started liking it a lot. Demands are being received from all corners of the country for running Vande Bharat trains,&rdquo; he said.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says, "The complete testing and certification of the Vande Bharat sleeper train has been completed. Its first route is proposed to be Guwahati&ndash;Kolkata. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first Vande Bharat sleeper&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/p2tKGBDRD8">pic.twitter.com/p2tKGBDRD8</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2006637347035902083?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 1, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Explaining the purpose of the sleeper variant, the minister said, &ldquo;The Vande Bharat Sleeper train has been designed keeping long-distance travel of over a thousand kilometers in mind. This train will provide a fast, comfortable, and modern travel experience to long-distance passengers.
The Vande Bharat Sleeper is equipped with advanced safety features, an improved suspension system, and world-class sleeper coaches to make overnight journeys more convenient.&rdquo;
Vaishnaw also announced the fare structure for the Guwahati&ndash;Howrah route. &ldquo;Typically, airfare on the Guwahati&ndash;Howrah route ranges between ₹6,000 and ₹8,000, and sometimes reaches as high as ₹10,000.&nbsp;
In the Vande Bharat Sleeper, the 3AC fare from Guwahati to Howrah has been set at approximately ₹2,300, which is quite affordable for common passengers. Meanwhile, the 2AC fare will be around ₹3,000. Additionally, keeping the middle class in mind, the First AC fare has been proposed at approximately ₹3,600,&rdquo; he said.
According to the minister, around 12 Vande Bharat Sleeper trains are expected to be ready and inducted into the railway network by the end of this year, after which their expansion will be scaled up rapidly next year.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: On Vande Bharat sleeper train, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says, "...I think this is a unique thing because so much attention has been paid to the design of its suspension. A completely new level has been achieved in the suspension design of this&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/3wYg0GmIH9">https://t.co/3wYg0GmIH9</a> <a href="https://t.co/uIXLMvBXLc">pic.twitter.com/uIXLMvBXLc</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2006640436627255641?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 1, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Indian Railways recently completed the final high-speed trial of the indigenously designed and manufactured Vande Bharat Sleeper Train under the supervision of the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS). The trial was conducted on the Kota&ndash;Nagda section, where the train achieved a maximum speed of 180 kmph, marking a key milestone in India&rsquo;s rail modernisation efforts.
During the trial, comprehensive technical assessments were carried out, including evaluations of ride stability, oscillation and vibration behaviour, braking performance, emergency braking systems, safety mechanisms, and other critical parameters. The train&rsquo;s performance at high speed was found to be fully satisfactory, and the CRS declared the trial successful.
Earlier, Vaishnaw had shared a video of the high-speed trial on social media, showcasing the train running at 180 kmph on the Kota&ndash;Nagda section. The video also featured a water-glass stability demonstration, where glasses filled with water remained steady without spillage even at high speed, highlighting the train&rsquo;s ride quality, suspension system, and technological robustness.
The 16-coach Vande Bharat Sleeper rake used during the trial has been designed for long-distance travel and is equipped with modern passenger amenities. These include comfortable sleeper berths, advanced suspension systems, automatic doors, modern toilets, fire detection and safety monitoring systems, CCTV-based surveillance, digital passenger information systems, and energy-efficient technologies aimed at enhancing passenger comfort and safety.
The Vande Bharat Sleeper trains are fitted with a range of advanced technological and safety features, including KAVACH anti-collision technology; crashworthy and jerk-free semi-permanent couplers with anti-climbers; fire barrier doors at the end of each coach; aerosol-based fire detection and suppression systems in electrical cabinets and lavatories; regenerative braking for improved energy efficiency; air-conditioning units with indigenously developed UV-C lamp-based disinfection systems; centrally controlled automatic plug doors and fully sealed wider gangways; CCTV cameras in all coaches; emergency talk-back units for communication between passengers and the train manager or loco pilot; special lavatories for Divyangjan passengers in driving coaches at both ends; a centralised coach monitoring system; and ergonomically designed ladders for easier access to upper berths.
The successful completion of the CRS high-speed trial clears the way for the introduction of Vande Bharat Sleeper services. Indian Railways said the development reflects its focus on innovation, safety, and the advancement of indigenous rail manufacturing under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw showcased the Vande Bharat Sleeper train running at 180 kmph on Kota-Nagda section, highlighting its stability, modern features, and readiness for long-distance overnight travel.

Vande Bharat Sleeper achieves 180 kmph during Kota-Nagda trial run

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw showcased the Vande Bharat Sleeper train running at 180 kmph on Kota-Nagda section, highlighting its stability, modern features, and readiness for long-distance overnight travel.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday shared a video of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train running at a speed of 180 kmph on the Kota-Nagda section, while also conducting a &ldquo;water test&rdquo; to demonstrate the train&rsquo;s stability and technological features.
&ldquo;Vande Bharat Sleeper tested today by Commissioner Railway Safety. It ran at 180 kmph between Kota Nagda section. And our own water test demonstrated the technological features of this new generation train,&rdquo; Vaishnaw wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter), accompanying a video showing the train&rsquo;s speed reaching 182 kmph on a mobile display.&nbsp;
The video also illustrated glasses filled with water stacked on top of each other remaining steady, highlighting the train&rsquo;s stability.
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Vande Bharat Sleeper tested today by Commissioner Railway Safety. It ran at 180 kmph between Kota Nagda section. And our own water test demonstrated the technological features of this new generation train. <a href="https://t.co/w0tE0Jcp2h">pic.twitter.com/w0tE0Jcp2h</a>
&mdash; Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/2006000165803680128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 30, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The Vande Bharat trains currently running on the Indian Railway network are semi-high-speed services with a design speed of 180 kmph and a maximum operating speed of 160 kmph. &ldquo;The average speed of the train depends upon the geometry of the track, stoppages enroute, maintenance work in the section etc,&rdquo; according to an earlier statement from the railway ministry.
The upcoming Vande Bharat Sleeper is intended to transform overnight travel by combining speed, comfort, and modern amenities for long-distance passengers. The Ministry has noted that the sleeper variant, designed for AC-class travellers, &ldquo;will truly redefine train travel for long distances, drastically cutting short travel time, first on busy routes and thereafter with time on all the routes.&rdquo;
The trial run on December 30 marked a significant milestone, demonstrating both the top speed capability and ride stability of the new sleeper train under the supervision of the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS). While not a statutory test, the water test is used to visually demonstrate suspension performance and passenger comfort at high speeds.
Unlike the existing Vande Bharat Express services, which are chair-car trains designed primarily for daytime travel, the sleeper version is targeted at overnight and long-distance journeys. Fully air-conditioned, the train will feature sleeper and AC three-tier coaches suitable for routes of approximately 1,000 to 1,200 km.
The Vande Bharat Sleeper comes equipped with several advanced features, including padded berths for enhanced comfort, improved access to upper berths, regenerative braking to enhance energy efficiency, fully sealed aisles with automatic connecting doors, modern toilets, noise reduction systems, and indigenous KAVACH anti-collision technology.
India&rsquo;s strategy for faster railway mobility includes both high-speed and semi-high-speed rail projects. While the Mumbai&ndash;Ahmedabad bullet train corridor, being developed in collaboration with Japan using Shinkansen technology, aims to reduce travel time significantly, the expansion of the indigenously built Vande Bharat fleet across key routes is aimed at modernising rail infrastructure, improving passenger comfort, and boosting economic connectivity.
Currently, 164 Vande Bharat semi-high-speed chair trains are operational, with the sleeper variant expected to be introduced early next year.
The 180 kmph trial on the Kota-Nagda section validated key parameters such as ride comfort, stability, braking efficiency, and onboard safety systems under high-speed conditions. Additional trials are expected before the train is certified for regular passenger services.
Developed under the Make in India initiative, the Vande Bharat Sleeper is part of Indian Railways&rsquo; broader push to modernise long-distance travel using domestically manufactured, semi-high-speed trains.
Railway officials indicated that once certification is complete, the first Vande Bharat Sleeper services could be launched on select high-demand corridors, marking a major shift in overnight rail travel in the country.

The Railway Ministry has officially notified a hike in train ticket prices, with fares rising by 1–2 paise per km across select classes from December 26, while short-distance and suburban passengers remain unaffected.

Railway Ministry notifies fare hike; new ticket prices come into effect today

The Railway Ministry has officially notified a hike in train ticket prices, with fares rising by 1&ndash;2 paise per km across select classes from December 26, while short-distance and suburban passengers remain unaffected.

The Railway Ministry on Thursday officially notified a hike in train ticket prices by 1 paise per km for ordinary class beyond a journey of 215 km, and 2 paise per km for non-AC classes of mail/express trains and AC classes of all trains.
On December 21, the ministry announced its decision to increase the passenger fares from December 26. This is the second time in a year that the ministry has revised passenger train fares. The earlier fare hike was implemented in July.
Justifying its decision, the ministry stated that the rationalising of fares has "the objective of balancing affordability for passengers and sustainability of operations".
"Under the revised fare structure, there is no change in fares for suburban services and season tickets, including both suburban and non-suburban routes. For ordinary non-AC (non-suburban) services, fares have been rationalised in a graded manner across second class ordinary, sleeper class ordinary, and first class ordinary," the ministry said in a statement.
It added, "In second class ordinary, there is no increase in fare for journeys up to 215 km, ensuring that short-distance and daily commuters are not impacted. For distances from 216 km to 750 km, the fare increases by Rs 5.
For longer journeys, the increase is applied in steps -- Rs 10 for distances between 751 km and 1250 km, Rs 15 for distances between 1251 km and 1750 km, and Rs 20 for distances between 1751 km and 2250 km."
According to the ministry, fares for sleeper class ordinary and first class ordinary have been revised uniformly at the rate of 1 paise per kilometre for non-suburban journeys, ensuring a gradual and limited increase in ticket prices.
It stated that in mail/express trains, the fare increase has been rationalised at 2 paise per kilometre across non-AC and AC classes.
"This includes sleeper class, first class, AC chair car, AC 3-tier, AC 2-tier, and AC first class. As an illustration, for a 500 km journey in non-AC mail/express coaches, passengers will pay only about Rs 10 extra," the statement said.
The official notification said that the existing basic fares of major train services, including Tejas Rajdhani, Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Duronto, Vande Bharat, Humsafar, Amrit Bharat, Tejas, Mahamana, Gatimaan, Antyodaya, Garib Rath, Jan Shatabdi, Yuva Express, Namo Bharat Rapid Rail, and ordinary non-suburban services (excluding AC MEMU/DEMU, where applicable), have been revised in line with the approved class-wise basic fare increases.
"The revised fares are applicable only on tickets booked on or after 26 December, 2025. Tickets booked prior to this date will not attract any additional charges, even if the journey is undertaken after the effective date," it added.
The fare list displayed at stations will also be updated to reflect the new fares effective from December 26.
The ministry maintained that Indian Railways remains committed to providing safe, reliable and affordable travel to millions of passengers every day.
The revised fare structure reflects a balanced approach that safeguards passenger convenience while maintaining operational sustainability, it said.

A general coach of the Shalimar–Sambalpur Mahima Gosain Express derailed near Sambalpur at slow speed; no casualties or damage reported.

Shalimar-Sambalpur Express Derails; No Injuries Reported

A general coach of the Shalimar&ndash;Sambalpur Mahima Gosain Express derailed near Sambalpur at slow speed; no casualties or damage reported.

A general compartment of the Shalimar&ndash;Sambalpur Mahima Gosain Express derailed near Sambalpur railway station on Thursday, but there was no report of any injury, an official statement said.
The incident took place between the Sambalpur city station &ndash;Sambalpur junction, shortly after the train departed from Sambalpur city at 9:18 am at a very slow speed, the East Coast Railway said in a statement.
"No loss of life or property in this incident reported," the railway statement said.
The guard of the train said that a major accident was avoided as the speed of the loco was very slow.
Railway officials and local police have reached the site and shifted the passengers to another coach.
The East Coast Railway statement said that the rear trolley of a general coach next to the guard van of 20831 Shalimar-Sambalpur Express derailed near Sambalpur City Station at a very slow speed.
"Train already left for Sambalpur with all passengers. No one injured," it said.
Railway officials including the DRM have reached the site and overseeing early restoration of traffic.

Indian Railways updates its seat reservation chart protocol, aiding passenger planning with charts prepared well in advance to reduce uncertainties.

Indian Railways Seat Reservation Update

Indian Railways enhances its seat reservation chart protocol for better passenger convenience, providing more lead time and reducing travel uncertainties.

Indian Railways revised its seat reservation chart for better passenger planning, with charts ready 9 hours before for early departures and 8 hours for others.

The railways will prepare seat reservation charts at 9 pm for trains starting journeys between 5 am and 2 pm the next day, while for the rest, the list will be prepared eight hours in advance.
Since 2015, the first reservation charts have been prepared at least four hours before the scheduled departure of the train after the Railway Ministry, for the first time, framed norms in this matter. According to the ministry, the latest change has been made for passenger convenience.
"For the trains with departure between 0500 hours and 1400 hours, the first reservation chart will be prepared preferably by 21:00 of the previous day," the Railway Board directed all zones in a July 2 circular.
For the trains with departure between 14:00 and 23:59 and 00:00 and 5:00, the first reservation chart will be prepared preferably eight hours in advance." The circular instructed the zones to issue necessary instructions to all concerned accordingly, but did not mention any definite date of its implementation, nor did it mention any change in the preparation of the second reservation chart.
"Once the chart is ready eight hours before the train's departure, if seats/berths still remain vacant, passengers can book these under current booking facilities. The second chart is prepared 30 minutes to five minutes before the train's departure, and this is mainly for passengers opting for tickets under the current booking," a railway official said.
"Prior to 2015, there was no fixed time schedule for chart preparation, and zones were following varying norms. The Railway Board decided to standardise it to facilitate passengers to plan their journey well in time," an official said.
Asked the reason for increasing the time gap between chart preparation and the train's departure, officials said that although there was no feedback from the passengers to enhance the time gap, it was felt by the ministry to provide more time to passengers to plan their journey.
The Railway Board had also run a pilot project in the Bikaner Rail Division for preparing a reservation chart 24 hours in advance, and based on that experience, an eight-hour gap was finalised.
"If you know eight hours before whether your ticket is confirmed or not, it will remove uncertainty and help you plan your travel properly,&rdquo; officials said, adding that once a ticket is confirmed, passengers will lose a substantial chunk of the ticket amount as a penalty in case of cancellation.
According to the cancellation policy, if a confirmed ticket is cancelled between 48 and 12 hours before departure, passengers will get back 25 per cent of the ticket amount.
"Seats or berths falling vacant due to cancellation will be filled up through the current booking system," an official said.

RailOne app launched by Ashwini Vaishnaw offers unified railway services like ticket booking, PNR enquiry, meal booking, and journey planning on Android and iOS platforms.

Railway Minister launches RailOne application, one-stop solution for all passenger needs

RailOne app launched by Ashwini Vaishnaw offers unified railway services like ticket booking, PNR enquiry, meal booking, and journey planning on Android and iOS platforms.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched on Tuesday the RailOne mobile application, which can help passengers get easy access to multiple services such as ticket booking, train and PNR enquiry, journey planning, rail help services and meal booking.
Vaishnaw inaugurated the app, available on both Android Play Store and iOS App Store platforms, at the 40th Foundation Day celebrations of the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS).
"RailOne App is a one-stop solution for all passenger needs. Through this app, passengers get easy access to the following services: Ticketing -- reserved, unreserved, platform tickets; train and PNR enquiry; journey planning; rail help services; meal booking in train," a press note from the Railway Ministry said.
"Additionally, facilities for enquiry related to freight are also available," it said.
Highlighting the basic objective of the app, the ministry said that it will provide a better experience to the users, realised through a simple and clear user interface.
"It not only houses all the services in one place but also provides integrated connectivity between services, giving the user a holistic package of Indian Railways services," the ministry said.
A special feature of this app is single sign-on, which eliminates the need for users to remember multiple passwords.
"After downloading the RailOne app, one can log in using the existing user ID of RailConnect or UTSonMobile app. This eliminates the need for users to have separate apps for different services, thus saving device storage," the press note said.
It added, "R-Wallet (Railway e-wallet) facility has also been added to this app. Easy login facilities like numeric mPIN and biometric login have also been provided. " There is a provision for new users to register by providing minimal information, which makes the registration process easy and fast. Users who just want to make inquiries can also log in through guest login with their mobile number and OTP, it said.

Indian Railways has revised passenger fares effective July 1, 2025, raising AC fares by 2 paise/km and non-AC classes by up to 1 paisa/km, with suburban and season ticket rates unchanged.

Railway ministry hikes fares of AC classes by 2 paise, non-AC by 1 paisa per km from July 1

Indian Railways has revised passenger fares effective July 1, 2025, raising AC fares by 2 paise/km and non-AC classes by up to 1 paisa/km, with suburban and season ticket rates unchanged.

The railway ministry issued an official circular on Monday, increasing the fares of the non-air-conditioned class in mail and express trains by 1 paisa and all air-conditioned classes by 2 paise per kilometre from July 1.
Ministry officials had on June 24 hinted at the proposed fare revision.
However, the official circular with the fare table according to trains and class categories was released on Monday.
The fares of suburban trains and monthly season tickets have been left unchanged in the interest of daily commuters.
The ordinary second-class fare has not been increased for up to 500 km and for distances beyond that, there is an increase in the ticket prices by half a paisa per km.
The passengers of ordinary sleeper class and first class will also have to pay half a paisa more per km more from July 1.
"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, in accordance with the revised class-wise fare structure," the ministry said in a press note.
"Revised fares will apply to tickets booked on or after 01.07.2025. Tickets issued before this date will remain valid at the existing fare without any fare adjustment. PRS, UTS and manual ticketing systems are being updated accordingly," it added.
According to the ministry, there is no change in ancillary charges. For instance, the reservation fees, superfast surcharges and other charges have remained unchanged.
Similarly, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) will continue to be charged in accordance with the applicable rules and the fare-rounding principles will remain as per the existing norms.

Indian Railways will now prepare reservation charts eight hours in advance, boost booking speed with a new PRS system, and mandate authentication for Tatkal tickets from July 2025 to improve accessibility and security.

Railways to prepare reservation charts eight hours in advance

Indian Railways will now prepare reservation charts eight hours in advance, boost booking speed with a new PRS system, and mandate authentication for Tatkal tickets from July 2025 to improve accessibility and security.

The Ministry of Railways has decided to prepare reservation charts for long-distance trains eight hours in advance, instead of the current four hours, to help passengers travelling from remote locations plan their journeys better.
The decision was taken during a recent review meeting chaired by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, a statement issued by the ministry said.
Under Vaishnaw's guidance, officials are working to prepare the reservation chart eight hours before the train's departure instead of the current four hours, it said.
"It will benefit passengers travelling from remote locations or suburbs of major cities for catching long-distance trains. It will also provide more time to make alternative arrangements in case the wait list is not confirmed," the ministry said.
"The new upgraded Passenger Reservation System (PRS) will allow over 1.5 lakh ticket bookings per minute. This will be an increase of roughly five times from 32,000 tickets per minute in the current PRS," it added.
The ministry said the new PRS also has a multilingual and user-friendly booking and enquiry interface.
In the new PRS, users will be able to submit their choice of seat and see the fare calendar. It also has integrated facilities for Divyangjan, students and patients, officials said.
"Indian Railways will allow only authenticated users to book Tatkal tickets on the IRCTC website and its mobile app beginning 1st July, 2025," the ministry said.
It emphasised that OTP-based authentication will be done for Tatkal bookings from the end of July.
The minister instructed officials to broaden the authentication mechanism for Tatkal bookings.
"The authentication should be done using Aadhaar or any other verifiable government ID available in the user's DigiLocker account," the statement said.
According to the ministry, these measures reflect the Railways' continuous efforts to modernise its systems and make them more citizen-friendly.

Historic N C Ghosh Institute in Khagaul has been demolished for a road project, raising concerns among local heritage advocates over the loss of architecture.

N C Ghosh Institute Demolished for Roadway

The historic N C Ghosh Institute in Khagaul, known for cultural events, has been demolished to make way for a modernization project, prompting concerns over heritage loss.

A 100-year-old institute in Khagaul has been demolished for a road project, sparking heritage concerns.

A nearly century-old building that was originally constructed as a prime recreational centre in the famed railway town of Khagaul in Patna district has been significantly demolished to make way for an elevated road project.
Set up as a 'railway institute' by the erstwhile East Indian Railway (EIR) near the landmark Danapur Station on the Delhi-Howrah line, and known for hosting a range of theatrical plays and fancy social gatherings till a few decades ago, it has now slipped into the pages of history.
Demolition teams on Thursday razed a very large portion of the red-colored building&mdash;N. C. Ghosh Institute -- as a bulldozer's claw tore down the structure that served as a landmark for close to a century.
Ironically, the demolition comes months after the centenary celebrations of the Indian Railway's Danapur Division -- the building's owner -- were held at a railway stadium nearby.
The iconic building housing the headquarters of the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), the centrepiece of the railway town, sits near the site of the demolition.
By Thursday evening, the two-storey building was reduced practically to a shadow of itself as its once-famed ballroom which hosted lavish Christmas parties in the British era and in the early decades after the Independence, and its middle structure, were pulverised to dust, exposing its old metal garters that held its roof till two days ago.
The building of N C Ghosh Institute, said to have been renamed after independence, had been "marked" for demolition several months ago. It was to make way for an elevated road that will come up between Danapur and Bihta, another old town in the Patna district, people familiar with the matter earlier said.
Near the Danapur Railway Station, another over a century-old railway institute (renamed V N Sharma Institute post independence), a red-coloured single-storey structure in Khagaul, is also coming in the road project alignment and will eventually make way for it, they had said.
Many old-timers and local residents who have grown up in the town lamented the fall of a heritage landmark and urged authorities to also sensitively factor in heritage preservation in the overall development plan, as the railway town is dotted with many British-era buildings, including the railway station.
Some of the other old structures are the official residence of the DRM - 'Rail Sadan', old railway school and hospital, and a few beautiful churches, besides humble railway colonies.
Ahead of the centenary celebrations of the Danapur (earlier Dinapore) Division -- set up in 1925 -- an in-house research team attempted to dig into the provenance of the two institutes in Khagaul and find archival references, but in vain, sources said.
Though the exact year of construction of the building that housed the old institute (N C Ghosh Institute) is not known yet, and attempts earlier to find any civil markers on the building came to nought, heritage experts have pegged it as a century-old structure.
Also, while no archival evidence has been found yet, the old institute is believed to have been renamed later after Rai Bahadur N C Ghosh, who in the 1930s held the office of Divisional Superintendent (later Divisional Railway Manager).
A succession board in the office of the DRM mentions that Ghosh held the top post in the division in 1934.
The institute building, shorn of its past glory, had begun to be used as a community hall in the last several years.
Indian Railways' historic Danapur Division manages some of the lines and stations originally set up nearly 160 years ago, and completed an eventful journey of 100 years on January 1 this year.
The division held a grand celebration on January 31 at the old Jagjivan Stadium, where it also hosted a projection mapping show and an exhibition showcasing its rich history through archival documents, photographs, and railway artifacts.
The projection mapping was done on a replica of the iconic DRM Building.
Danapur Division was established on January 1, 1925. Its office is located in a majestic building erected in 1929.
The first divisional superintendent of Danapur was C Eyers, who took charge on January 1, 1925. The post was redesignated as divisional railway manager (DRM) from the 1980s onwards, according to information displayed on the succession board.
After independence, various railway systems operating in India were reorganised into one centralised Indian Railways with a few region-specific zones for its management.
The Danapur division was put under the Kolkata-based Eastern Railway (ER) established in 1952. From 2002 onwards, it came under East Central Railway (ECR), carved out of ER, with headquarters at Hajipur in north Bihar.

In response to the Pahalgam attack, Northern Railway announces a special Katra-Delhi train to ensure tourist safety, with more trains on alert for high demand.

Katrato Delhi special train Amid Pahalgam Attack

Post-Pahalgam attack, Northern Railway introduces a special train from Katra to Delhi for tourist safety. Service includes stops at major stations, with the readiness for more trains if needed.

Katra to Delhi special train service amid Pahalgam crisis

Northern Railway launches a special Katra-Delhi service following the Pahalgam attack to ensure tourist safety, with extra deployments if demand rises.

Railways will run a special unreserved train from Katra to New Delhi at 9:20 pm on Wednesday for those who want to cut short their trip to Jammu and Kashmir and return to their respective destinations, an official said.
Reports suggested that several tourists at various places in Jammu wanted to return to their respected cities in the wake of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
"Considering the urgency, we have immediately arranged a special train for all classes of passengers to return to their home cities," Himanshu Upadhyay, Chief Public Relation Officer, Northern Railway, said.
The train, after starting from Sri Vaishno Devi Katra at 9:20 pm, will halt at several other stations en route such as Udhampur, Jammu, Pathankot, Jalandhar, Ambala, Kurukshetra and Panipat before terminating at the New Delhi Railway Station at 9:30 am on Thursday.
"This train will have seven general, eight sleeper and three AC coaches," Upadhyay said.
He added, "If the number of passengers exceeds this train's capacity, we have a backup plan to run more such special trains at the earliest."

Indian Railways' Vande Bharat Sleeper Train has successfully completed high-speed trials, marking a new era in luxury and efficiency for long-distance travel. 

Vande Bharat sleeper train set to redefine long-distance travel with comfort and speed

With nine more trains set for production in 2025, the initiative promises enhanced comfort, speed, and advanced safety features under the Make in India initiative.

Indian Railways is set to revolutionize long-distance train travel with the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Set, an advanced addition to its rapidly growing fleet.&nbsp;
The first 16-car Vande Bharat Sleeper Train has successfully completed rigorous trials conducted by the Research Designs &amp; Standards Organisation (RDSO) on January 15, 2025, covering a 540-kilometer distance on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad route, according to an official press release.
The Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, manufactured India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train on December 17, 2024. Within a fortnight, the train was brought to Kota division, where it underwent short-distance trials covering 30 to 40 kilometers over three consecutive days in early January.&nbsp;
During these tests, the train comfortably reached speeds of 180 km/h, demonstrating its capability for high-speed overnight journeys, the statement read.
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Vande Bharat (Sleeper) testing at 180 kmph <a href="https://t.co/ruVaR3NNOt">pic.twitter.com/ruVaR3NNOt</a>
&mdash; Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/1874891986773426548?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
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This marks a significant step in railway modernization, with Indian Railways aiming to provide passengers with a seamless and luxurious travel experience.
With its focus on comfort, speed, and cutting-edge technology, the Vande Bharat Sleeper train is expected to redefine long-haul train journeys in the coming years.
<h3>Scaling Up Production: The Road Ahead</h3>
Following the successful trials, Indian Railways has planned the production of nine more Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Sets between April and December 2025 to enhance efficiency and convenience for long-haul travelers.
To support this large-scale rollout, the railways has placed a major order for propulsion electrics for 50 rakes of 24-car Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Sets on December 17, 2024.
The order has been awarded to two leading Indian manufacturers, who will deliver the systems within a two-year timeframe.
The release further said that the full-scale production of the 24-car Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Sets is scheduled to begin in 2026-27, further boosting India's self-reliance in railway technology and setting new standards in rail travel.
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Vande Bharat (Sleeper) Train dispatched from ICF Chennai for loaded simulation trial. <a href="https://t.co/nyLLhzoLMP">pic.twitter.com/nyLLhzoLMP</a>
&mdash; Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/1869327263151579158?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<h3>Speed, Comfort &amp; Luxury: A New Era of Rail Travel</h3>
These Vande Bharat Sleeper trains are designed with modern amenities to enhance passenger experience, including automatic doors, ultra-comfortable berths, onboard WiFi, and an aircraft-like design.&nbsp;
Indian passengers are already enjoying world-class travel on 136 Vande Bharat trains, which operate across the country for medium and short distances, offering reclining seats and a superior travel experience.&nbsp;
The sleeper variant will further improve long-distance travel by providing a quieter, smoother, and more luxurious journey, equipped with advanced safety features, said railways.
The train has 16 coaches, divided into AC 1st Class, AC 2-Tier, and AC 3-Tier, with a total capacity of 1,128 passengers. Built under the Make in India initiative, it features crash buffers, deformation tubes, a fire barrier wall, cushioned berths, and automatic doors, ensuring safety and comfort.
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1/10 🚄 Long-Distance Travel: Designed for 160 kmph speed, the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express features 16 coaches, including 11 AC three-tier, four AC two-tier and one AC first-class, offering a total of 823 passenger berths. <a href="https://t.co/MweJLh5Esz">pic.twitter.com/MweJLh5Esz</a>
&mdash; Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/1830531275121447408?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 2, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<h3>Final Approvals Before Operations</h3>
Before India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train begins operations, the Research Designs &amp; Standards Organisation (RDSO) will issue a final certificate after analyzing trial results.
The Railway Safety Commissioner will also evaluate the train at its maximum speed to ensure it meets all safety and operational standards.
As Indian Railways moves forward with this transformative project, the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Set stands as a testament to the nation&rsquo;s vision of modern, efficient, and passenger-friendly transportation.

Two goods trains collided in Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh after a signal issue led to one train halting. The impact caused the engine and guard compartment to derail, though no major casualties have been reported.

Two freight trains collide in UP's Fatehpur, no casualties reported

<ul>
<li>Two freight trains collide in Uttar Pradesh</li>
<li>Motormen injured, efforts to clear tracks</li>
<li>High-level investigation ordered by railway officials</li>
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Two freight trains collided near Pambhipur in Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, on the morning of February 4, resulting in the derailment of the guard compartment and engine.&nbsp;
The first train had been halted due to a signal issue when the second train collided with it from behind. Fortunately, no major disaster occurred.
The collision caused the upline to be blocked, leading to delays and suspensions of several trains in the region. The motormen of both trains were injured and rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Railway officials have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident. Efforts are underway to clear the track and restore normal train services. A high-level inquiry has been ordered to determine the exact cause of the crash.

A special train heading to Prayagraj for the Mahakumbh saw passengers attack it with stones at Harpalpur station after finding its doors locked. The incident caused panic among those traveling to the spiritual festival.

Watch: Passengers pelt stones at Maha Kumbh-bound train over locked doors

A special train heading to Prayagraj for the Mahakumbh saw passengers attack it with stones at Harpalpur station after finding its doors locked. The incident caused panic among those traveling to the spiritual festival.

A special train traveling from Jhansi to Prayagraj was attacked with stones at Harpalpur station after passengers waiting on the platform discovered the doors of the compartments locked.
Videos circulating on social media show attackers throwing stones at the train, shattering windows, and causing panic among the passengers inside.
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Very shocking news, attack on train going to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mahakumbh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mahakumbh</a> Stones pelted at passengers &ldquo;deadly attack&rdquo; The train going from Veerangana Laxmibai to Prayagraj was attacked at Harpalpur railway station<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mahoba?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mahoba</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MahaKumbh2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MahaKumbh2025</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kumbh2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kumbh2025</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/mahakumbhspecialtrain?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#mahakumbhspecialtrain</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AshwiniVaishnaw</a> <a href="https://t.co/yvntLLfScu">pic.twitter.com/yvntLLfScu</a>
&mdash; Ravi Pandey🇮🇳 (@ravipandey2643) <a href="https://twitter.com/ravipandey2643/status/1884149713081098716?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2025</a></blockquote>
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One video captures a passenger explaining that the train departed Jhansi at around 8 pm on the previous day. Upon reaching Harpalpur, the train came under attack.
"They damaged the train and threw stones inside. They tried to harm passengers, including women and children," the passenger said.
The special train was being operated to cater to the Mahakumbh event in Prayagraj, drawing pilgrims from across India. Most of the passengers on board were traveling to attend the religious gathering.
Reports indicate that many people were waiting at Harpalpur, roughly two hours from Jhansi, to board the train. When they attempted to enter, they found the doors locked. This led to frustration and an outbreak of violence, with passengers hurling stones at the train, shattering windows and creating chaos.
Harpalpur police station in-charge Pushpak Sharma confirmed that stones were thrown at the train around 2 am when it arrived at the station.
Railways spokesperson Manoj Singh stated that a crowd of passengers, headed for Prayagraj, had been waiting on the platform. When they attempted to board, they found the doors locked, which led to the agitation and disruption.
The railway police arrived promptly, calmed the situation, and assisted passengers in continuing their journey.
The railways urged passengers to cooperate to ensure smooth travel to Prayagraj and avoid any further incidents.
Special trains are being operated to facilitate the movement of devotees to the Mahakumbh.

Five coaches of a passenger train from Villupuram to Puducherry derailed near Villupuram railway station on Tuesday morning. The train stopped immediately after a loud noise, and all passengers were safely evacuated.

Five coaches of Villupuram-Puducherry train derail, passengers evacuated safely

Five coaches of a passenger train from Villupuram to Puducherry derailed near Villupuram railway station on Tuesday morning. The train stopped immediately after a loud noise, and all passengers were safely evacuated.

Five coaches of a passenger train from Villupuram to Puducherry derailed near Villupuram railway station here on Tuesday morning, said railway officials adding that a major accident was averted as the train stopped immediately after a loud noise was heard.
According to officials, all passengers were safely evacuated from the train. Railway staff and engineers rushed to the site and are actively working to repair the derailed train.
Railway staff worked and the route was cleared for other trains, authorities are investigating whether the incident was due to a technical fault or sabotage.
The Villupuram Railway Police have begun an in-depth inquiry into the matter.
The MEMU (Mainline Electric Multiple Unit) train, which departed from Villupuram at 5:25 am, derailed while navigating a curve. The loco pilot acted quickly to bring the train to a stop. MEMU trains are designed for short-distance travel, typically covering around 38 kilometres.

The Vande Bharat sleeper train has reached a peak speed of 180 km/h in multiple trials in Rajasthan. The successful tests will continue until the end of January, aiming to provide world-class long-distance travel across India. 

Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Achieves 180 km/h Speed in Successful Trials

The Vande Bharat sleeper train has reached a peak speed of 180 km/h in multiple trials in Rajasthan. The successful tests will continue until the end of January, aiming to provide world-class long-distance travel across India.&nbsp;

The Vande Bharat sleeper train has achieved a peak speed of 180 km per hour in multiple trials over the last three days on a 40-km stretch in Rajasthan, the Railway Ministry said on Friday.
"The trails will continue until this month's end before this world-class long-distance travel is made available to the rail commuters across the nation," it said in a press statement.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VandeBharat?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VandeBharat</a> Sleeper Trains to soon bring world class travel experience to long-distance Rail commuters New Year heralds High-Speed Revolution: Peak speed of 180 km/h achieved during successful trials of Vande Bharat (Sleeper) trains in Kota Division Read here:&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/zvpS4hCCa4">pic.twitter.com/zvpS4hCCa4</a>
&mdash; PIB India (@PIB_India) <a href="https://twitter.com/PIB_India/status/1875124605377298908?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The ministry also highlighted a recent video shared by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on X.
"The video shows a nearly full-to-brim glass of water adjacent to a mobile on a plain surface inside a Vande Bharat sleeper train. The water level remaining static can be seen in the video as the moving train achieves near constant peak speed of 180 km per hour exhibiting the element of comfort in the high-speed rail travel," the ministry said.
"The post came after 3 days of successful trials, which concluded on 2nd January, in which a Vande Bharat sleeper train in its loaded condition touched the peak speed," it added.
According to the ministry, on January 2, during a 30-km run between Kota and Laban in Bundi district of Rajasthan, the train reached a peak speed of 180 km per hour.
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Vande Bharat (Sleeper) testing at 180 kmph <a href="https://t.co/ruVaR3NNOt">pic.twitter.com/ruVaR3NNOt</a>
&mdash; Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/1874891986773426548?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"A day earlier, i.e. on the first day of 2025, in a 40 km long trial run between Rohal Khurd to Kota, Vande Bharat sleeper train touched the peak of 180 km per hour, the press note said.
"On the same day, peaks of 170 km/hr &amp; 160km/hr were achieved on Kota-Nagda &amp; Rohal Khurd-Chau Mahla sections. These trials will continue for the month of January under the supervision of RDSO, Lucknow," it added.
Once these trials are over, the train will be evaluated by the Railway Safety Commissioner at the maximum speed and only after passing the final stage, it will be officially certified and handed over to Indian Railways for induction and regular services.
The ministry stated that Vande Bharat sleeper trains are designed with features like automatic doors, ultra-comfortable berths, onboard WiFi and an aircraft-like design.
"With these successful trials, rail commuters can hope for a world-class travel experience in long-distance travel like Kashmir to Kanyakumari, Delhi to Mumbai, Howrah to Chennai and many other routes also," the ministry said.

IRCTC's website and app faced a major outage due to maintenance, disrupting ticket bookings during the holiday rush. Learn about alternative cancellation methods.

IRCTC Outage Disrupts Ticketing Services

The disruption caused significant inconvenience, particularly to users attempting to book Tatkal tickets during the busy holiday season.

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), the online ticketing platform of Indian Railways, experienced a major outage on Thursday, disrupting access to its website and mobile app. The IRCTC attributed the downtime to scheduled maintenance activities.
A message on the IRCTC website informed users, "Due to maintenance activity, e-ticketing service will not be available." According to Downdetector, over 2,500 complaints were logged regarding the unavailability of the service.
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The disruption caused significant inconvenience, particularly to users attempting to book Tatkal tickets during the busy holiday season. With millions depending on IRCTC for train ticket bookings and management, the outage sparked frustration among passengers.
This marks the second instance of service disruption on the e-ticketing platform in December.
In an advisory, IRCTC advised passengers wishing to cancel tickets to contact customer care via the numbers 14646, 08044647999, or 08035734999, or email their ticket details to etickets@irctc.co.in to initiate a Ticket Deposit Receipt (TDR) process.

The Dadar-Porbandar Saurashtra Express derailed on Tuesday afternoon at Kim station, 27 km from Surat in Gujarat, said an official.

Saurashtra Express derails near Surat, no one injured

Train traffic on the route was not affected as an extra loop line was available, the PRO said.

The Dadar-Porbandar Saurashtra Express derailed on Tuesday afternoon at Kim station, 27 km from Surat in Gujarat, said an official. 
&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;&lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#WATCH&lt;/a&gt; | Kim, Gujarat: At 15:32 hrs, while departing from Kim Station, 4 wheels of a non-passenger coach (VPU) attached next to the engine got derailed. Restoration work is on and senior officers are at the site. There is no injury or harm to any passenger or railway staff. The&hellip; &lt;a href="https://t.co/QOd3o7tw1z"&gt;pic.twitter.com/QOd3o7tw1z&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; ANI (@ANI) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1871523141027278854?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;December 24, 2024&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;
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Four wheels of the non-passenger coach next to the engine derailed at 3.32 pm as the train (number 19015) was leaving the station on its way to Porbandar, said Western Railway chief PRO Vineet Abhishek.
"There was no injury or harm caused to any passenger or railway staff," he said.
Train traffic on the route was not affected as an extra loop line was available, the PRO added.

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Basti has registered an FIR under Section 145 of the Railway Act against unidentified individuals for their role in the vandalism.

Passengers Vandalize Antyodaya Express at Basti Station Over Locked Doors

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Basti has registered an FIR under Section 145 of the Railway Act against unidentified individuals for their role in the vandalism.

In a dramatic incident late Tuesday night, enraged passengers waiting to board the Mumbai-bound Antyodaya Express (15101) at Basti railway station resorted to vandalism after finding the coach doors locked. Videos of the incident, which have gone viral on social media, capture the chaos as one individual used a heavy stone to smash the glass panel of the train&rsquo;s entry door, while others dismantled the iron grill of a window to climb into the coach.
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&mdash; UttarPradesh.ORG News (@WeUttarPradesh) <a href="https://twitter.com/WeUttarPradesh/status/1869603277861499258?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2024</a></blockquote>
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Basti has registered an FIR under Section 145 of the Railway Act against unidentified individuals for their role in the vandalism.
According to railway officials, the train was severely overcrowded, prompting passengers already inside to bolt the doors from within to prevent more people from boarding. This infuriated those waiting at the station, leading to a violent outburst. "A youth shattered the glass of the entry door, and others broke the iron grill of a window to gain access," an official source said.
The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. and was followed by another video surfacing from Mankapur railway station later that night. The footage shows an RPF constable helping an elderly woman board the overcrowded train, highlighting the chaos passengers faced.
Chandra Mohan Mishra, Senior Divisional Security Commissioner of Northeastern Railway, confirmed that authorities have CCTV footage of the vandalism and are working to identify the perpetrators. "Our teams are trying to track down those involved," he said.
Despite the severity of the incident, no arrests have been made so far.
The Antyodaya Express, which runs between Chhapra and Mumbai, has been a lifeline for many passengers travelling long distances, but the incident underscores the challenges posed by overcrowded trains.
As the investigation continues, railway authorities will likely face questions about overcrowding and safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.

Indian Railways is reducing its advance reservation period from 120 days to just 60 days

Indian Railways Cuts Booking Period to 60 Days – Major Change Starting November 2024!

Indian Railways is reducing its advance reservation period from 120 days to just 60 days

If you're someone who loves planning train trips months in advance, get ready to switch gears!
The Indian Railways is pulling the brakes on long-term planning by slashing its advance reservation period from 120 days to... drumroll please... 60 days!.
Starting November 1, 2024, you'll only be able to book your tickets 60 days before your journey date.
So, whether it&rsquo;s a last-minute getaway or spontaneous vacation vibes, the window to grab your tickets is getting shorter!
But wait&mdash;here's a quick heads up!If you've already made bookings under the current 120-day window before October 31, 2024, no need to worry&mdash;those are safe and sound.
&ldquo;With effect from November 1, the advance reservation period (ARP) will be 60 days (excluding the day of journey), and bookings will be processed accordingly. However, all bookings made up to October 31 under the previous ARP of 120 days will remain intact. Cancellations of bookings made beyond the 60-day ARP will be permitted,&rdquo; the order stated.
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An Indian Railways engineer was told to transfer to Delhi 3 days before his scheduled retirement.

‘Sheer madness’: Railway engineer transferred 3 days before retirement

An Indian Railways engineer was asked to report to Delhi for a new posting 3 days before his scheduled retirement.

"Sheer madness," responded a senior engineer to the Railway Board when it ordered his transfer from Bilaspur in Chhattisgarh to Delhi three days before his retirement.
The chief communication engineer from the Bilaspur division of South East Central Railway (SECR) has written to the Railway Board terming his transfer to the Northern Railway (NR) zone three days before his retirement an act of harassment.
According to the transfer order, KP Arya is supposed to join the NR on a higher administrative grade post on November 28, 2023, while his retirement is due on November 30.
"This order seems well in order at the surface, but when seen in the complete perspective of my imminent superannuation within a week on 30th Nov 2023, the madness shines brightly," Arya said in a letter addressed to the Secretary, Railway Board.
He added, "Because this is nothing but sheer madness only to transfer one employee, who has served the IR (Indian Railway) organisation his whole life, in the week of his superannuation so that his superannuation settlement gets disrupted and he gets harassed in the last days in the organisation." Arya told PTI that the SECR zone already had a vacant HAG post, still, the Railway Board decided to transfer him to the NR zone on a similar vacant post.
"I will work only for three days in NR headquarters, New Delhi and retire from the Indian Railways. The Railways will pay me about Rs 3 lakh just as transfer money which is a complete waste of public money," Arya told PTI.
Though this is a promotional transfer, Arya will not get any additional monetary benefit. "My promotion was due about six months ago but it was kept pending. However, as per the government norms, I started getting monetary benefits for that post from the day my promotion was due. So, this promotional transfer is only to harass me." The engineer in his letter alleged, "In the series of harassment being meted out to me, a professionally very very competent, honest and upright officer by a cabal of officials of dubious character &hellip; I found it my duty to expose the concerned Railway Board officials as I have always done."
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