Indian Railways Hikes Fares from Dec 26: How Much More Will You Pay?

• Indian Railways announced a passenger fare hike effective December 26, marking the second revision this year.
• Fares increase by 1 paisa/km for ordinary class (beyond 215 km) and 2 paisa/km for non-AC Mail/Express and all AC classes.
• Suburban services, season tickets, and short-distance (up to 215 km) second-class ordinary journeys are exempt.
• The hike aims to balance passenger affordability with operational sustainability for the railway ministry.
• New fares apply to tickets booked on or after December 26, 2025, covering various premium trains like Rajdhani and Vande Bharat.

Why It Matters: Indian Railways increases passenger fares from December 26 to ensure operational sustainability.