Question : TRAVELLING IN AC COACHES AT SLEEPER CLASS COST



(a) whether the Railways proposes to introduce any scheme of travelling in AC coaches at the cost of sleeper class as appeared in Dainik Jagran dated July 10, 2005;

(b) if so, the details of the scheme; and

(c) the time by which the scheme is likely to be started ?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI R.VELU)

(a): The scheme for upgradation of passengers, against the vacant accommodation available in Upper Class is under examination, consistent with provisions of the Railways Act, 1989.

(b): Details of the scheme are yet to be finalised.

(c): Implementation Schedule of the scheme will be decided only after the scheme is approved.