The Railway Board has taken a significant step to increase ex-gratia payments in cases of death or injury resulting from train accidents. This revision marks a tenfold increase from previous levels, signalling a crucial update in the compensation structure. The ex-gratia relief scheme had remained unchanged since its last revision in 2012 and 2013.
In a circular dated September 18, the Railway Board officially announced the revision of ex-gratia relief payouts. This circular, obtained by PTI, confirmed the board’s decision to enhance the compensation amounts for dependents of passengers involved in train accidents and untoward incidents.
