Vande Bharat train passengers to benefit

The Indian Railways announced that it is slashing ticket fare for AC Chair Car and Executive Classes for trains including Vande Bharat trains by a maximum of 25%.

The fare cut is going to be implemented with immediate effect.

The Railways has introduced this discount scheme in AC Chair Car and Executive Classes of all trains having AC Sitting Accommodation including Anubhuti and Vistadome Coaches. However, other charges as applicable shall be levied separately.

This scheme shall not be applicable on special trains introduced as holiday and festival specials; the spokesperson noted.

“The element of discount shall be up to maximum 25% on the basic fare,” said a spokesperson of the Indian Railways.

It was reported earlier that the fare of Vande Bharat trains for AC Chair Car and EC is more than double of similar trains plying on the same routes.

Also, certain routes of Vande Bharat train were running on low occupancy because the demand seemed bleak.