WR TCs on 'high alert' to meet targets

If you're a commuter on the Western Railway, double-check your ticket before boarding the train. The administration has ramped up ticket checking efforts, aiming to collect Rs 200 crore in fines from ticketless passengers this financial year.

- Kamal Mishra

The Mumbai Central division, responsible for half of this target with an allocation of Rs 101.81 crore, has only collected Rs 34.85 crore as of September 2024 -- 25.76% below the target. With the festive season approaching and passenger traffic expected to rise, ticket checkers are on high alert to meet their goals.

“The administration has put all ticket checkers on high alert, focusing on ensuring compliance and penalising those traveling without valid tickets. This move aims not only to boost revenue but also to enhance the overall travel experience for legitimate passengers,” said a railway official.