Do you know that during the Flight Travel, there is a weight limit on your luggage, similarly it is allowed to carry goods to a fixed extent in train travel? Yes, Indian Railways (Indian Railways) has fixed the weight of the weight of goods according to different coaches for passengers. If you carry more goods than the fixed limit, then you may have to pay penalty.
Many people do not know about this rule and they travel in train with heavy goods. In such a situation, the railway is making the passengers aware that they should carry the goods according to the limit, so that there is no inconvenience or penalty during the journey.
Let us know how much it is valid to carry in which coach and how much penalty you may have to pay for violating the rules.
First AC (First AC) highest discount for passengers
If you are traveling in First Class AC Coach, then you are allowed to carry goods up to 70 kg. Not only this, the railway also allows passengers to carry an additional 15 kg of goods, which does not levy any additional fee. That is, overall you can take goods up to 85 kg with no fine.
What is the limit in second AC?
Passengers traveling in second AC (2AC) can take goods up to 50 kg comfortably. In addition, the railway also allows additional 10 kg of goods to be carried at without any fee. That is, the second AC passengers can travel with a total of 60 kg of goods without any concern.
Third AC and Chair Car Limit for passengers
The boundary of goods is slightly lower for passengers traveling in third AC and chair car. Passengers can take up to 40 kg of goods in these coaches. Additionally, 10 kg of goods and exemption are given, that is, you can keep up to 50 kg of goods with you for free.
Sleeper and Second Class Rules for Passengers
If you are traveling in sleeper coach, then you can carry up to 40 kg of goods. In addition, additional 10 kg additional items are also allowed to be carried without any charge.
At the same time, passengers traveling in second class (Second Class/General Coach) can take up to 35 kg items and additional 10 kg items are also allowed to be taken for free.
What will happen if there is more goods than the fixed limit?
If you travel with more goods than the fixed limit and do not pay charge at the railway’s luggage booking counter in advance, then you will have to pay heavy fine.
According to the rules of the railway, apart from the booking charge on the goods more than the fixed limit, a fine of that charge will be charged. For example, if a charge of Rs 100 is made on your extra belongings and you have not already booked it, then you will have to pay a fine of Rs 600.
How to avoid fine?
If you are traveling long distances from the train and you have more goods, then go to the Luggage Booking Counter on the railway station and book your additional goods. From this:
You will not find any penalty.
Your extra items will be safe.
Your journey will be stress -free and comfortable.
This rule of railway is made keeping in mind the convenience of passengers and weight control within the train. This not only reduces unnecessary congestion in coaches, but also ensures the safety of passengers.
Take care of these things before traveling
Before starting the journey, check the weight of your luggage once.
If the goods are more than the fixed limit, then get it booked in advance.
Keep the ticket and luggage booking receipt safe with you.
Avoid any discomfort by showing the correct documents on the platform or during the train checking.
conclusion
It is the responsibility of every passenger to follow the limit of goods fixed by Indian Railways. This not only makes your journey easier, but also makes the experience of traveling better for others. So next time you travel by train, keep your luggage limit in mind and complete your journey without any fine.
