<p>In a move aimed at optimising the utilisation of accommodation in trains, the Railway Ministry has granted powers to Zonal Railways to introduce a discounted fare scheme for &nbsp;AC trains. The decision will result in a reduction of fares by up to 25 per cent for AC chair cars and executive classes across all trains, including the premium Vande Bharat Express, according to a Hindustan Times report.</p>

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<p>The discounted fare scheme will apply to AC chair cars and executive classes on trains that offer AC sitting accommodation, including coaches such as Anubhuti and Vistadome.</p>

<h2><strong>Discount linked to occupancy rate</strong></h2>

<p>Under this scheme, the discount will be applied to the basic fare and can be up to a maximum of 25 per cent. Additional charges like reservation fees, super-fast surcharges and GST will be levied separately. The discount may be offered in any or all classes based on the occupancy rate of the respective class.</p>

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<p>To determine the eligibility for the discount, the occupancy rate of the train's classes will be assessed over the last 30 days. If the occupancy rate is below 50 per cent for a specific leg/section of the journey or end-to-end, the discount will be applicable. The fares of competitive modes of transportation will be considered while deciding the rate of discount.</p>

<p>The discount can be applied to the first leg, last leg, intermediate sections, or the entire journey, depending on the occupancy rate. However, passengers who have already booked their tickets will not be eligible for a refund of the fare difference.</p>

<h2><strong>How long will be the discount period?</strong></h2>

<p>The discounted fare scheme will be initially implemented for a period decided by the Principal Chief Commercial Managers (PCCMs) of the respective zones, corresponding to the train's originating station.&nbsp;<br />
The scheme will be in effect for a maximum of six months from the implementation date. The discount may be offered for the entire duration or part duration, month-wise, seasonally, or on specific days of the week, based on the demand pattern during the designated period.</p>

<p>For trains with inter-zonal Origin-Destination (O-D) pairs or destinations, the discount may be applied in consultation with the PCCMs of other Zonal Railways or the Managing Director or COM/CCM in the case of Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL).</p>

<p>Regular reviews will be conducted, and based on the occupancy rate, the discount may be modified, extended, or withdrawn.</p>

<p>If modifications or the withdrawal of the scheme are decided, they will also be implemented immediately. However, passengers who have already booked their tickets will not be required to pay any fare difference.</p>

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In a move aimed at optimising the utilisation of accommodation in trains, the Railway Ministry has granted powers to Zonal Railways to introduce a discounted fare scheme for AC trains.

In a move aimed at optimising the utilisation of accommodation in trains, the Railway Ministry has granted powers to Zonal Railways to introduce a discounted fare scheme for AC trains. The decision will result in a reduction of fares by up to 25 per cent for AC chair cars and executive classes across all trains, including the premium Vande Bharat Express, according to a Hindustan Times report. Watch: Indian railways earns record revenue in 2022-23 × The discounted fare scheme will apply to AC chair cars and executive classes on trains that offer AC sitting accommodation, including coaches such as Anubhuti and Vistadome. Discount linked to occupancy rate Under this scheme, the discount will be applied to the basic fare and can be up to a maximum of 25 per cent. Additional charges like reservation fees, super-fast surcharges and GST will be levied separately. The discount may be offered in any or all classes based on the occupancy rate of the respective class. Watch: Odisha train crash: Faulty signal connections caused deadly accident, finds CRS probe To determine the eligibility for the discount, the occupancy rate of the train's classes will be assessed over the last 30 days. If the occupancy rate is below 50 per cent for a specific leg/section of the journey or end-to-end, the discount will be applicable. The fares of competitive modes of transportation will be considered while deciding the rate of discount. The discount can be applied to the first leg, last leg, intermediate sections, or the entire journey, depending on the occupancy rate. However, passengers who have already booked their tickets will not be eligible for a refund of the fare difference. How long will be the discount period? The discounted fare scheme will be initially implemented for a period decided by the Principal Chief Commercial Managers (PCCMs) of the respective zones, corresponding to the train's originating station. The scheme will be in effect for a maximum of six months from the implementation date. The discount may be offered for the entire duration or part duration, month-wise, seasonally, or on specific days of the week, based on the demand pattern during the designated period. For trains with inter-zonal Origin-Destination (O-D) pairs or destinations, the discount may be applied in consultation with the PCCMs of other Zonal Railways or the Managing Director or COM/CCM in the case of Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL). Regular reviews will be conducted, and based on the occupancy rate, the discount may be modified, extended, or withdrawn. If modifications or the withdrawal of the scheme are decided, they will also be implemented immediately. However, passengers who have already booked their tickets will not be required to pay any fare difference. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Bumper discount by Indian Railways: Fares of AC trains slashed by 25 per cent

<p>Indian Railways today unveiled its most luxurious and advanced &#39;Anubhuti coach&#39;&nbsp;which is reportedly set to launch next year.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The coach is said to be fully equipped with all modern amenities, making passengers travel experience more comfortable and enjoyable.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The train has several new features&nbsp;which will be installed in the new &#39;Cognition&#39; coach.</p>

<p>The facilities include:</p>

<p># Luxurious, comfortable and newly designed chairs.</p>

<p># More scope for reclining seats, creating seamless travel.</p>

<p># Two push buttons provided to adjust seats.</p>

<p># USB and mobile charging ports in every&nbsp;seat.</p>

<p>#9-inch LCD on every seat to watch movies or listen to music.</p>

<p># Onboard Wi-Fi facility</p>

<p># CCTV cameras installed for safety, with continuous real-time monitoring and recording.&nbsp;</p>

<p># Modern and convenient table on the seat, which can be removed if required, and folded back.</p>

<p># Attendants can be called on the seat by pressing a button.</p>

<p># Vinyl wrapping to refine the interiors of the coach which will prevent any kind of scratches.</p>

<p># Coach led lighting will be on 24X7.</p>

<p># Toilet indicator in the coach i.e. if toilet is available for use, one can find&nbsp;out from the seat itself.</p>

<p># A push button to&nbsp;open or close the door to avoid any discomfort.&nbsp;</p>

<p># Seat numbers, as well as every other information, to&nbsp;be available in the Braille system for visually impaired passengers.</p>

<p># Two large screens in the coach through which all the necessary information will be provided including&nbsp;incoming station, emergency number, complaint number etc.</p>

<p># Modular toilet installed in the cognition coach. Cosmetic tape, soap dispenser, hand dryer, bio-toilet, automatic fragrance spray have also been provided.</p>


The coach is said to be fully equipped with all modern amenities, making passengers travel experience more comfortable and enjoyable.?

Indian Railways today unveiled its most luxurious and advanced 'Anubhuti coach' which is reportedly set to launch next year. The coach is said to be fully equipped with all modern amenities, making passengers travel experience more comfortable and enjoyable. The train has several new features which will be installed in the new 'Cognition' coach. The facilities include: # Luxurious, comfortable and newly designed chairs. # More scope for reclining seats, creating seamless travel. # Two push buttons provided to adjust seats. # USB and mobile charging ports in every seat. #9-inch LCD on every seat to watch movies or listen to music. # Onboard Wi-Fi facility # CCTV cameras installed for safety, with continuous real-time monitoring and recording. # Modern and convenient table on the seat, which can be removed if required, and folded back. # Attendants can be called on the seat by pressing a button. # Vinyl wrapping to refine the interiors of the coach which will prevent any kind of scratches. # Coach led lighting will be on 24X7. # Toilet indicator in the coach i.e. if toilet is available for use, one can find out from the seat itself. # A push button to open or close the door to avoid any discomfort. # Seat numbers, as well as every other information, to be available in the Braille system for visually impaired passengers. # Two large screens in the coach through which all the necessary information will be provided including incoming station, emergency number, complaint number etc. # Modular toilet installed in the cognition coach. Cosmetic tape, soap dispenser, hand dryer, bio-toilet, automatic fragrance spray have also been provided.

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