Bengaluru: The Commercial Branch of South Western Railway collected ₹16.71 lakh in fines from passengers travelling without valid tickets during a special ticket-checking drive conducted across several railway stations on November 5.
During the inspection, ticket-checking staff detected 1,302 passengers travelling without tickets. The railway authorities collected a total penalty of ₹16.71 lakh from those found violating ticketing rules.
The drive was conducted to protect the interests of passengers who purchase valid tickets and to discourage unauthorised travel on trains.
Special ticket-checking drive conducted
The Commercial Branch of South Western Railway carried out the inspection at several railway stations under its jurisdiction. Ticket-checking personnel examined passengers’ tickets and identified those travelling without valid documents.
A total of 1,302 passengers were found travelling without tickets during the drive. The authorities collected ₹16.71 lakh in penalties from the offenders.
The operation forms part of the railway administration’s efforts to ensure that passengers comply with ticketing regulations and that legitimate ticket holders are not disadvantaged by unauthorised travel.
Railways focus on protecting genuine passengers
The railway authorities stated that such inspections are intended to safeguard the interests of passengers who purchase tickets before boarding trains.
Ticketless travel affects railway revenue and can also create inconvenience for passengers who follow the prescribed booking procedures. Regular inspections help identify violations and encourage commuters to obtain valid tickets before travelling.
The authorities have urged passengers to purchase appropriate tickets and follow railway rules to avoid penalties and inconvenience.
Passengers advised to travel with valid tickets
The special drive highlights the importance of ticket compliance across the railway network. South Western Railway is continuing its efforts to prevent unauthorised travel through inspections and enforcement measures.
Passengers have been advised to ensure that they hold valid tickets before boarding trains and to cooperate with ticket-checking staff during inspections.