If a passenger is caught travelling without a ticket, he may be fined. If he fails to pay the fine, he will be deboarded from the train at the next station and handed over to the railway police.
Have you lost your train ticket?
Indian Railways makes travel easy and reliable, making it a preferred choice over other modes of transport. With its extensive network, it connects almost every important place across the country, playing a vital role in national connectivity. Apart from transporting passengers, Indian Railways also significantly boosts the country’s economy.
While travelling by train, many passengers think that if their ticket gets lost or torn, the TTE (Travel Ticket Examiner) will let them down. What are the rules of Indian Railways in this case? Let’s find out.
Is it okay to travel without a ticket?
The following steps will be taken if you are caught traveling without a ticket:
- Penalty: You will have to pay the full fare and an additional penalty, which can be a minimum of Rs 250 or double the ticket amount.
- In case of non-payment of fine: If you are unable to pay the fine, the TTE can deboard you from the train at the next station and hand you over to the Railway Police.
How appropriate is it to buy tickets while traveling?
Sometimes passengers want to buy tickets after boarding the train. This is possible, but only if there are empty seats available. An additional charge is levied in addition to the normal fare.
What to do if you have a lost or torn ticket?
If your ticket is lost or torn during the journey, you are not considered a ticketless passenger. You can get a duplicate ticket from the TTE, but it is not free. You will have to pay a certain amount and present a valid ID proof for verification.
If you have an online ticket available on your mobile, there is no need for a duplicate ticket. You can show your e-ticket on your mobile to the TTE, and it will be accepted as valid.
Is there a refund for delayed trains?
As per Indian Railways rules, if your train is delayed by 3 hours or more, you can claim a refund. To do this, you need to file a TDR (Ticket Deposit Receipt).
Is emergency assistance available?
In case of any emergency (such as theft or assault) during your train journey, you can call the railway helpline number 139 or file a complaint with the TTE or Railway Police.
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