New provision will come into
effect from April, 2016
Ministry of Railways has
decided to revise the child fare rule. Under the revised provision, full adult
fare will be charged for children of age 5 years and under 12 years of age if
for whom berth/seat (in reserved class) is sought at
the time of reservation. However, in case berth/seat is not sought for the
children of age 5 years and under 12 years of age at the time of reservation,
then half of the adult fare shall continue to be charged subject to the minimum
distance for charging.
Necessary changes shall be carried in the
reservation form so that the passenger can indicate their option for
requirement of full berth/seat for child or not.
There shall be no change in the rule for child
fare of unreserved tickets i.e. fare for children of
5-12 years for unreserved tickets shall continue to be
half of the adult fare subject to the minimum distance for charging.
Children under five years of age will continue to be carried free (without berth).
The
revised child fare rule shall be applicable for travel from April,
2016 onwards. Exact date of commencement
of this provision will be notified separately at a later date
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