Indian Railways' White Bedsheets: Hygiene, Durability, and New Sanganeri Prints

• Indian Railways uses white bedsheets in AC coaches due to hygiene and durability considerations.
• White sheets are washed with hot steam at 121 degrees Celsius, effectively removing dirt and killing germs without fading.
• Using colored sheets would lead to quick fading and increased replacement costs for the railways.
• New Sanganeri print bedsheets are currently in a testing phase, designed to be washable, durable, and long-lasting.
• An RTI revealed that blankets are cleaned only once or twice a month, raising hygiene concerns, unlike the frequently washed white sheets.

Why It Matters: White bedsheets in Indian Railways ensure hygiene and durability, though new prints are being tested.