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Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Sonepur division sets record by penalising 7,600 ticketless passengers in a day
Patna: In a major crackdown on fare evasion, the Sonepur division of the East Central Railway (ECR) achieved a historic milestone on Monday by penalising the highest number of ticketless passengers in a single day across the division. During a large-scale ticket checking operation, a record 7,607 passengers were found travelling without valid tickets. Railway officials and ticket checking staff collected a total of Rs 56,52,750 in penalties, the highest amount ever recorded in a single day for both the Sonepur division and the entire ECR zone, according to Sonepur Divisional Railway Manager Vivek Bhushan Sood. Sood added that the intensive drive was carried out across key stations and routes under the jurisdiction of the Sonepur division, with the objective of completely curbing unauthorised and ticketless travel. "This is a significant achievement and a reflection of the relentless efforts of our ticket checking staff and the coordination between various railway departments," he said. Sonepur senior divisional commercial manager Raushan Kumar added that the railways has intensified monitoring activities in recent months to target illegal and unauthorised travel in long-distance mail and express trains, especially in reserved coaches. "More such surprise drives will be conducted in the coming weeks to curb fare evasion and ensure compliance with travel norms for passengers," he said. He said the railways has launched an awareness campaign urging passengers, particularly those from rural backgrounds, to travel with valid tickets in order to avoid penalties and legal consequences.
Hans India
6 days ago
- General
- Hans India
Goods train derails near Muzaffarpur Junction in Bihar; no casualties
Patna: Train operations were disrupted on Monday evening as four wheels of a goods train derailed near the Route Relay Interlocking (RRI) section of Muzaffarpur Junction at around 6 p.m. No casualties, however, were reported. The goods train was returning towards Narayanpur after unloading track ballast (stones) and had originated from the Madipur side. According to a Railway official, a wagon went off the track shortly before the derailment, causing the train losing its balance on the track. A Group-D railway employee who was present on the wagon jumped in time and escaped unhurt. The loco pilot acted swiftly, stopping the train immediately and preventing a major mishap. Due to the derailment, Lichhavi Express is stranded at Madipur Outer, Muzaffarpur–Porbandar Express has been halted, Samastipur–Siwan Passenger is also stationed at Silaut apart from other express and passenger trains on this route. Railway officials are working rapidly to normalise operations. All wagons ahead of the derailed one have been removed, and efforts are underway to clear the rear part of the wagons. Sonpur Division DRM Vivek Bhushan Sood, along with officials from Engineering, Operating, Carriage and Construction, and personnel from RPF and GRP, reached the site promptly and are overseeing the restoration efforts. "The goods train had gone to unload ballast. The accident occurred while it was returning. Currently, the main line is closed. Accident Relief Train (ART) has been called and will arrive shortly. The cause is yet to be determined, and a full investigation will follow," said DRM Sood. The derailment took place when the goods train was moving at a low speed of 10 kmph, which minimised the impact. Thanks to the timely intervention of the train crew, a larger tragedy was averted. The railway officials will take the statements of drivers, a guard, linemen and other employees who were present at the spot at the time of the derailment.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Time of India
Over 5k passengers penalised for travelling without ticket in Sonepur division
Patna: In a major crackdown on ticketless travel, the Sonepur division of the East Central Railway (ECR) on Monday carried out an intensive ticket-checking drive at multiple stations, particularly Sonepur, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur and Barauni, and penalised 5,526 passengers for travelling without ticket. "The massive single-day drive yielded a total fine collection of Rs 38, 78,205. The drive was aimed at ensuring a safer and more comfortable journey for genuine passengers in the reserved coaches of long distance mail and express trains particularly in the peak summer travel season," said Sonepur divisional railway manager (DRM) Vivek Bhushan Sood, adding that ticket-checking staff, railway protection force (RPF) personnel and divisional commercial officers coordinated in the drive. According to Sonepur senior divisional commercial manager (senior DCM), Raushan Kumar, the drive also led to a16% increase in the sale of unreserved tickets, indicating a positive behavioural shift among regular commuters following the enforcement action. "The surge in legitimate ticket sale enhances revenue while helping to maintain order and safety in both unreserved and reserved coaches," the DRM said, adding the campaign was not just about revenue generation, but upholding discipline and improving travel experience to passengers across the division. In addition, the Sonepur division has decided to continue such operations at regular intervals to deter habitual offenders and encourage responsible travel habits among commuters in the division, he said.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Railways launches anti-plastic awareness campaign
Patna: Sonepur division of the East Central Railway (ECR) has launched a massive awareness campaign across its key stations, office premises and railway colonies to mark World Environment Day slated to be observed on June 5 across the globe. The campaign, which began on May 22 and will run through June 5, aims to educate the common people on the harmful effects of plastic and encourage eco-friendly practices, Sonepur divisional railway manager Vivek Bhushan Sood said. "With the slogan 'Say No to Plastic, Save the Planet,' the division has rolled out an array of activities, including banners, posters and street plays, to engage passengers and staff," Sood said, adding that the visual displays installed at prominent locations in stations like Sonepur, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, Barauni and Naugachia as well as administrative buildings serve as reminders of the environmental hazards posed by plastic waste. According to Sonepur senior divisional commercial manager Raushan Kumar, street plays are being organised at busy platforms and waiting areas to draw the attention of passengers. "These performances creatively highlight the consequences of plastic pollution and urge people to adopt sustainable alternatives such as cloth or jute bags," he said.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Sonepur div collects over Rs 32 lakh penalty from 4,817 passengers without ticket
1 2 3 Patna: Sonepur division of East Central Railway on Monday collected over Rs 32 lakh in penalty from 4,817 passengers, who were apprehended for travelling without valid tickets, during an intensive ticket-checking drive under ' Operation Black Box '. This is the second-highest amount collected in a single day in the division's history after April 29 when 5,245 passengers were penalised, said Sonepur divisional railway manager (DRM) Vivek Bhushan Sood. In the current financial year, over 1 lakh passengers, travelling without tickets, have been apprehended so far. According to the DRM, the Monday's drive was carried out at multiple key locations with a coordinated effort by ticket-checking staff and other railway officials. The 'Operation Black Box' is part of an ongoing campaign by Railway Board to curb revenue loss and ensure disciplined travel practices, he said. Talking to this newspaper on Tuesday senior divisional commercial manager of Sonepur, Raushan Kumar, said that on an average, each travelling ticket examiner (TTE) in the Sonepur division is penalising 11 passengers daily, contributing approximately Rs 7,470 in the revenue. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo "The scale of this operation shows both the extent of the problem and the effectiveness of strict enforcement. Operation Black Box is one of several recent initiatives by the railways aimed at plugging revenue leaks and encouraging lawful travel," he said. According to sources, the regular mega ticket-checking drive in the Sonepur division has increased sale of both long and short distance tickets from both passenger reservation system and unreserved ticket counters, yielding a revenue of over Rs 6 crore in the current fiscal.
