•Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated Vande Bharat chair car fares are significantly lower than international counterparts.
•Indian Vande Bharat AC chair car fare is approximately Rs. 2.19 per kilometer for 300-400 km journeys, compared to Rs. 7-20 in China, Japan, and France.
•Fares are determined by operational costs, service quality, amenities, and competition, with Vande Bharat prices kept below actual service cost.
•Vande Bharat trains show nearly 100% occupancy on major routes, indicating high demand for premium service at affordable prices.