Eastern Railway (ER) collected over Rs 7.57 crore in fines from ticketless travelers in May, highlighting the need for commuters to purchase valid tickets. This amount translates to nearly Rs 25 lakh per day, with 1,80,900 individuals apprehended for traveling without tickets. ER officials believe this is only a fraction...
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of the actual number of ticketless travelers. The Howrah Division accounted for the highest fine collection, followed by the Sealdah Division. The CPRO of Eastern Railway, Kausik Mitra, emphasized the affordability and convenience of rail travel compared to road travel, pointing out the significant difference in fares and travel times. He also highlighted the availability of convenient options for ticket booking, including the UTS App and QR code scanning, and the presence of Automatic Ticket Vending Machines (ATVMs) at all major suburban stations. To assist those unfamiliar with the ATVMs, retired railway staff have been employed on a contractual basis at various locations.