Train Fares Rise from Dec 26, 2025: Minimal Impact on Daily Commuters

• Indian Railways announces new ticket pricing system effective December 26, 2025, to stabilize revenue.
• No fare hike for suburban services, MST holders, and general class travel up to 215 km.
• Fares increase by 1 paisa/km for general class beyond 215 km, and 2 paisa/km for Mail/Express non-AC and AC trains.
• The hike aims to cover rising operational costs, including 1,15,000 crore for manpower and 60,000 crore for pensions.
• Estimated additional revenue of 600 crore rupees, with minimal impact on short-distance and daily commuters.

Why It Matters: New train fares from Dec 26, 2025, see minor increases for long-distance travel, sparing daily commuters.