Question : INCREASE OF PASSENGER FARES



(a) whether the Railways are aware of the letter sent by the Planning Commission to the Ministry of Finance recommending the increase in passenger fares;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether in view of above, the Railways are planning to enhance the passenger fare; and

(d) if so, the details and the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI K.H. MUNIYAPPA)

(a) No, Madam.

(b) Does not arise.

(c) Does not arise.

(d) Does not arise.