Indian Railways Announces Passenger Fare Hike from July 1, 2025
The Ministry of Railways has confirmed a passenger fare hike effective July 1, 2025, across various train categories. This marks the first upward revision in fares in recent years, intended to offset increasing operational costs.
Fare Hike Details: What’s Changing?
Revised Per-Kilometre Rates:
Non-AC Mail/Express Trains: Increase of ₹0.01 per km
AC Classes: Increase of ₹0.02 per km
Suburban Trains & Monthly Season Tickets (MST): No increase
This translates to:
A 1,000 km journey in a non-AC coach will cost ₹10 more
A similar journey in an AC coach will cost ₹20 more
While the hike is nominal, it is expected to significantly improve the Railways’ passenger revenue stream.
Why Indian Railways Is Increasing Fares
The fare hike is aimed at:
Addressing rising fuel, maintenance, and manpower costs
Supporting infrastructure upgrades
Enhancing onboard services and safety standards
This move also follows recommendations from government advisory panels urging periodic, inflation-linked fare adjustments.
Who Is Exempt from the Fare Hike?
Suburban and Local Train Passengers
Monthly Season Ticket Holders (MST)
Senior Citizen and Other Concessional Categories (expected to remain unaffected)
Reactions from Commuters and Experts
While daily suburban commuters are relieved to see no fare change, long-distance passengers have voiced mixed reactions. Experts suggest that the hike is modest and long overdue given inflation and infrastructure demands.
FAQs
Q1: When will the new railway fare structure come into effect?
The revised fares will be applicable from July 1, 2025, across all zones.
Q2: Will all trains be affected by this fare hike?
No. Only Mail/Express and AC trains are affected. Suburban trains and MSTs are exempt.
Q3: What is the increase in ticket fare per kilometer?
₹0.01 per km for non-AC and ₹0.02 per km for AC classes.
Q4: Why is Indian Railways increasing fares now?
To cope with operational expenses, improve infrastructure, and recover from the post-pandemic revenue slump.
Q5: Will concessions for senior citizens still apply?
As per current updates, yes, senior citizen concessions will remain unchanged.
Published on: June 24, 2025
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