Reduced train reservation advance to 60 days

Railway Board Reduces Advance Booking Period for Train Tickets

• Railway Board reduces advance booking period from 120 days to 60 days.
• The rule will take effect from November 1, with bookings up to October 31 remaining valid.
• Some express trains, including Taj Express and Gomti Express, will not be affected.
• The change reverses the nine-year policy allowing 120-day advance reservation.
• Officials argue the 120-day period is too long, leading to high cancellations and seat wastage.
• Shorter periods encourage more genuine passenger bookings and prevent frauds.
• The Railway Ministry clarifies that this does not impact general class tickets.