Indian Railways considering restoration of concessions for senior citizens, but with a new twist
Following strong criticism, the Railways is contemplating reinstatement of senior citizen concessions. According to the sources, the age criteria are being changed by increasing the concessional fare for people above 70 years on the card. However, the above concession can be given only on normal and sleeper classes. Earlier, the norm was 58 years for women and 60 years for men. Sources said that the railways is granting these concessions for the Railways while retaining the subsidy for the elderly. We understand that these concessions help the elderly and we are never going to crap it completely. We are reviewing it and will make a decision on it.
Sources further said that the Railway Board is considering giving age relaxation for senior citizens and will extend the age criteria to those who are above 70 years of age. These concessions were removed during COVID-19.
