The Pune railway division has cracked down on ticketless passengers and unbooked luggage, raking in a substantial sum of Rs 3.12 crore in fines during the month of April 2024.
In a comprehensive ticket checking operation conducted in March 2024, railway authorities identified 35,129 passengers traveling without tickets, imposing fines totaling Rs. 3.12 crore. Additionally, 14,463 passengers were penalized Rs. 93.90 Lakhs for traveling irregularly or without proper tickets. A further fine of Rs 33,690 was collected from 243 passengers found carrying un-booked luggage.
This robust enforcement effort was executed under the guidance of Divisional Railway Manager Smt. Indu Dubey, in close coordination with Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Dr. Milind Hirve, alongside ticket checking inspectors and the Railway Protection Force.
Key Points:
- Fines Collected: Rs 3.12 crore from ticketless passengers and unbooked luggage.
- Passenger Violations: 35,129 passengers found traveling without tickets, 14,463 fined for irregular travel.
- Enforcement Leadership: Divisional Railway Manager Smt. Indu Dubey spearheaded the initiative.
- Coordination: Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Dr. Milind Hirve and railway enforcement agencies collaborated in the operation.
The railway administration emphasizes the importance of adhering to ticketing regulations and warns passengers of the consequences of non-compliance. Travelers are urged to ensure they possess valid tickets for their journeys to avoid facing fines under the Railway Act. Failure to pay fines could result in legal action, including the possibility of imprisonment.
Regular ticket checking procedures will continue to be enforced by railway authorities to maintain the integrity of the ticketing system and ensure fair travel practices among passengers.
