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The Hindu
a day ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Hundreds of ICF-made coaches running in special trains to be withdrawn
Hundreds of Integral Coach Factory (ICF) designed coaches running in special trains operated across the railway network will be withdrawn and condemned. According to railway sources, a majority of these coaches were earlier used for operating 62 Garib Rath Express trains on various routes. LHB rakes The production of ICF-designed coaches for Garib Rath trains was stopped last year and replaced with Linke Hoffman Busch (LHB) air-conditioned economy rakes. The old coaches were used to run special trains. However, several complaints were received from senior officials in different Zonal Railways about multiple maintenance issues, including electrical and mechanical problems, and non-availability of spare parts. With increasing number of complaints from the travelling public and railway officials in the recent months, the Railway Board has directed that erstwhile ICF-designed Garib Rath Express coaches be withdrawn from passenger service with immediate effect, the sources said. Read more:Old coaches turn death traps 'Zonal Railways have reported a number of issues in maintenance of electrical and mechanical sub-assemblies of ICF Garib Rath coaches, which include overdue mid-life rehabilitation and difficulty in procurement of spares. It has been decided to discontinue these coaches from passenger service,' a railway official said. About 900 coaches were expected to be withdrawn. Though a policy decision was taken to replace all ICF-designed coaches, most of which are at least 20-years old, hundreds of trains were being operated with the old rakes. In Southern Railway alone, 154 rakes comprising the ICF-designed coaches were still in passenger service on several routes and officials had planned to replace them with LHB rakes by 2028, the sources said.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Time of India
3 summer special trains giving much relief to migrants from UP, Jharkhand
1 2 3 Chandigarh: Northern Railways has brought major relief to migrant workers and families in the Tricity area by operating three summer special trains. The trains— Chandigarh-Dhanbad Garib Rath, Chandigarh-Patna Garib Rath, and Chandigarh-Gorakhpur-Dibrugarh Express — are running at full capacity, significantly easing travel during the summer rush. The move has boosted direct connectivity from Chandigarh to key cities such as Lucknow, Varanasi, Bareilly, and Dhanbad. Officials say the trains have emerged as a lifeline for hundreds of migrants who otherwise struggled to secure bookings in regular long-distance trains, which were already overbooked well before the start of the vacation season. Senior divisional commercial manager (DCM) Naveen Kumar confirmed that the decision to run these summer specials was made in response to rising demand. "Three special trains were sanctioned to cater to the needs of migrants and travellers from the region. These trains are running packed and have brought much-needed relief to passengers," he said. Train number 03311, running from Dhanbad to Chandigarh, operates every Tuesday and Friday. It departs at 11:50 pm and reaches Chandigarh at 4:30 am on the third day. The return service, train number 03312, leaves Chandigarh every Thursday and Sunday at 6 am and reaches Dhanbad at 9 am the following day. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Sunteck Sky Park, Mira Road - 2 & 3 BHK @ ₹1.33 Cr* Sunteck Sky Park Learn More Undo The route passes through major junctions including Varanasi, Lucknow, Bareilly, Moradabad, and Ambala. This Garib Rath train includes 16 third AC coaches. Train numbers 04504/04505, connecting Chandigarh to Patna, are also running as Garib Rath summer specials. The train from Chandigarh leaves every Thursday at 11:35 pm and reaches Patna at 10:10 pm the next day. The return train departs every Friday night from Patna and reaches Chandigarh late the following evening. With halts at Lucknow, Sultanpur, Varanasi, Buxar, and Ara, this service has become an important corridor for passengers from Eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Additionally, the Chandigarh-Gorakhpur-Dibrugarh Express (train numbers 15904/15903) departs from Chandigarh every Sunday night at 11:35 pm. It reaches Gorakhpur the next morning and continues onward to Dibrugarh, reaching by the third day. The return train from Dibrugarh runs every Monday morning and arrives in Chandigarh two days later. All three trains have seen high demand since their announcement. Bookings are open both online and at railway ticket counters. Officials have urged passengers to travel responsibly and make early reservations due to limited seat availability. With these services in place, migrants from UP and Jharkhand can now travel home for summer with far less hassle.
India.com
13-05-2025
- India.com
This is India's cheapest train, fare of fully AC coaches starts at just 68 Paise/km, it connect major cities in…, competes with Vande Bharat, Rajdhani Express, name is…
This train of Indian Railways charges just 68 paisa per km, not Vande Bharat, Namo Bharat, Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Tejas Express, train is... In India, train ticket prices change depending on the type of train and the comfort it offers. Air-conditioned (AC) coaches usually cost much more than sleeper or general coaches. In fact, in trains that are fully air-conditioned, the fare for an AC seat can be more than double that of a sleeper seat. Because of this, passengers often pick their coach based on what they can afford. We often hear about luxury trains like the Vande Bharat Express, Namo Bharat, Rajdhani, and Shatabdi. These are known for their fast service, modern amenities, and comfortable travel experience. They're so popular that they're usually booked out in advance. Plus, their prices go up with demand sometimes they can cost as much as a flight ticket. But there's one train that stands out for being extremely budget-friendly, despite having AC coaches. It's often referred to as the 'Poor Man's Rajdhani Express.' This nickname comes from the fact that it offers an air-conditioned journey at a fraction of the usual cost. And don't think that its low price means it's slow, this train is surprisingly fast. In fact, when it comes to speed, it can give even the Vande Bharat and Rajdhani trains a run for their money. India's most affordable AC train: The Garib Rath India is home to several high-end trains like the Rajdhani, Shatabdi, and Vande Bharat, known for their luxury and speed. But not every traveler can afford the high fares these trains charge. That's where the Garib Rath Express comes in, a train that offers full AC comfort at a fraction of the cost, making it the cheapest AC train in India. The Garib Rath was introduced with the vision of providing air-conditioned travel to the common man without burning a hole in their pocket. While luxury trains charge hefty fares, Garib Rath allows passengers to travel in AC coaches for just 68 paise per kilometer, cheapest than any other AC train in the country. In terms of speed, it holds up quite well. While the Vande Bharat Express can hit top speeds of 160 km/h, its average runs between 66 to 96 km/h. The Garib Rath isn't far behind, clocking an average speed of 70 to 75 km/h, making it both affordable and fast. The longest-running Garib Rath route connects Chennai to Hazrat Nizamuddin (Delhi), covering a distance of 2075 kilometers in about 28 hours and 30 minutes. And guess what? The fare for this entire journey is just Rs. 1,500. Launched in 2006, the first Garib Rath train ran between Saharsa (Bihar) and Amritsar. Today, the service has expanded to 26 different routes, linking major cities like Delhi-Mumbai, Delhi-Chennai, and Patna-Kolkata. Thanks to its popularity, the train is almost always packed, and getting a confirmed ticket often requires early booking.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Time of India
GM NER inspects services on 3 trains
Lucknow: Railway officials led by GM NER Saumya Mathur and DRM Lucknow division Gaurav Agarwal conducted inspections of Pushpak Express, Garib Rath and Lucknow-Chhapra Express on Wednesday, in view of the rising passenger traffic and challenges in services such as on-board housekeeping services, electrical systems, mobile phone and laptop charging points, toilets, washbasins, sanitary facilities, water supply, waste management systems, and functioning of air conditioning units. "Since Pushpak Express is the most demanded train, GM inspected the pantry car cleanliness, its operational status, and the emergency readiness of fire safety equipment," said an official.
