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flag Indian Railways subsidized fares by ₹60,239 crore in 2024–25, reducing average prices by 43% and ensuring transparency in pricing and accessibility.

flag Indian Railways provided a ₹60,239 crore subsidy in 2024–25, cutting average passenger fares by 43%, with fares set at 57% of actual cost. flag The subsidy applies universally, with extra discounts for persons with disabilities, patients, and students. flag Fare components—base fare, reservation charges, surcharges, and GST—are publicly displayed on tickets, apps, and websites. flag The ministry stated ticket pricing is not a trade secret, RTI requests are reviewed per the law, and fare changes are openly communicated. flag Accessibility features include automatic lower berth allocation for vulnerable groups and no RAC tickets on the Vande Bharat Sleeper, which charges ₹2.40 per km for 3AC class.

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