Indian Railways Reduces Advance Reservation Period to 60 Days
| Key Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Effective Date | November 1, 2024 |
| New ARP | Reduced from 120 days to 60 days |
| Purpose of the Change | Enhance passenger convenience by reducing funds blocked for long-term bookings, especially during peak seasons |
| Cancellations and Exemptions | - Passengers can cancel bookings made beyond the new 60-day ARP. |
- Certain daytime express trains (e.g., Taj Express, Gomti Express) will follow their existing ARP limits.
- 365-day advance booking for foreign tourists remains unchanged. |
| Reasons for the Change | - Reduction in Administrative Load: High cancellation (~21%) and no-show (~4-5%) rates causing resource wastage. - Encouraging Genuine Bookings: 85% of tickets are booked within 2 months in advance, aiming to reduce fraud and increase legitimate bookings. |