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Central Railway Targets Zero Irregular Travel After Resolving 11,134 AC Coach Complaints

A dedicated WhatsApp helpline enabled the Mumbai Division to resolve every complaint within two days, securing Rs 4.01 crore in fines.

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Overview

  • The AC Class Task Force has operated nonstop since May 25, 2024, handling real-time grievances through WhatsApp number 7208819987.
  • Between May 2024 and June 2025, all 11,134 complaints were addressed within two days, achieving a 100% turnaround.
  • Daily reports of irregular travel plunged from an average of 79 in June 2024 to 29 in June 2025, with peak complaints halving.
  • Enforcement efforts identified 122,000 ticketless travellers in AC locals, yielding Rs 4.01 crore in penalties.
  • The Mumbai Division now aims to eliminate all instances of ticketless travel across its 80 AC local services carrying 78,000 passengers daily.