Sunday, 11 September 2016

Railways defends 'flexi fares', says cheaper than flights


Addressing a press conference here, Railway Board Member (Traffic), Mohammad Jamshed told reporters that "flexi fare" pricing is not new to Railways and it began in 1997 with introduction of Tatkal service.
New Delhi: Despite facing widespread criticism, the Railways on Sunday defended its decision to implement "flexi fare" pricing of tickets on three premium trains, saying it was still a cheaper mode of travelling compared to air travel and road transport.
Addressing a press conference here, Railway Board Member (Traffic), Mohammad Jamshed told reporters that "flexi fare" pricing is not new to Railways and it began in 1997 with introduction of Tatkal service.

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