In a move that has come as a shock to rail passengers, Indian Railways has announced a nationwide hike in passenger fares, effective from December 26, 2025.
According to the Railway Ministry, the fare revision has been implemented to offset rising fuel prices and maintenance costs. This marks the second fare increase within a year, triggering discontent among regular and middle-class passengers.
As per the revised fare structure:
However, the fare hike will not apply to:
For these routes:
GST and reservation charges will continue to be levied as usual, resulting in a marginal increase in the overall ticket price.
Railway officials estimate that this modest fare hike will help generate approximately ₹600 crore in additional revenue by March 2026. With another fare revision already implemented in July, the latest increase has sparked debate, particularly as it coincides with the festive travel season.
For many passengers planning holiday travel, the revised fares are expected to add to the financial burden.
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