Indian Railway: Lakhs of people travel in Indian Railways every day. Now booking general tickets has also become very easy. Earlier, where general tickets were available only from railway counters, now you can book tickets online through UTS (Unreserved Ticketing System) app. This has made traveling even more convenient for the passengers, because now there is no need to stand in long queues.
What is the validity of online tickets?
After booking general ticket online, it is important to know for how long this ticket remains valid. As per railway rules, a general ticket booked online remains valid only for 3 hours after booking. You have to start your journey within this time limit.
What will happen if you do not travel on time?
If you travel after the validity of the ticket expires, this ticket will be considered invalid. In such a situation, your journey will be considered as traveling without ticket. For this the Train Ticket Examiner (TTE) can fine you.
How much fine may have to be paid?
If you travel after the expiry of the time limit, you may have to pay a fine of up to Rs 250. Apart from this, you also have to pay the fare from the station from where the train started its journey.
travel on time
If you are booking general tickets online, make sure to start the journey within the stipulated time limit. With this you can not only avoid fines, but your journey will also be comfortable. This rule of Railways is to maintain the convenience and order of the passengers.
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