Question : FARE STRUCTURE OF RAJDHANI EXPRESS



(a) whether the fare structure of the Rajdhani Express trains has been so structured keeping in view the speed of the train as compared to other trains running on the same sector and also provision of other facilities;

(b) if so, whether in cases where the Rajdhani Express originating late, does not adhere to the speed set for it and takes more time than other trains running on the same sector, the Railways allows refund of the difference in fare; and

(c) if not, the reasons for disallowing the difference in fare ?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI DIGVIJAY SINGH)

(a) The fares of Rajdhani Express trains are fixed keeping in view high speed, less journey hours, and on board comforts including catering services.

(b)& (c) Full refund of fare is admissible when Rajdhani train is late by more than 3 hours provided passenger does not undertake journey and surrender the ticket before the actual departure of the train.