While traveling in the train, passengers are instructed by many things, that is, there are some rules of the railway which should be followed by everyone. The fare of different coaches in the train is also different, that is, if you want to travel in the sleeper, then you have to pay less and if you travel in the first AC then you have to pay more. In such a situation, today we are giving you complete information about the exemption on the sequential train tickets on the rules of IRCTC, we will tell you which people get the highest discount on the train rent.
Indian Railways gives some relaxation to some people, many people suffering from serious diseases get this facility. Patients with cancer, thalassemia, TB, HIV, anemia, hemophilia and heart surgery can get 100 to 75 percent discount in sleeper class.
The railway also gives discounts to the disabled. Physically disabled persons get up to 75% discount in general class, sleeper and third AC. Apart from this, people who cannot see with their eyes also get the same concession. If you want to travel in second or first AC, then this discount is up to 50 percent. That is, its price is half the ticket.
Students are also given concession in train fare. Students can get up to 50 percent discount in general and sleeper class. Apart from this, there is a provision of discounts of up to 75 per cent in second and sleeper class for SC/ST students. Railway used to give concessions to senior citizens till a few years ago, but was later discontinued. Railways have earned thousands of crores of rupees from this deduction. However, senior citizens are constantly demanding relief in fares.