New Delhi: Lakhs of people travel by train in India. Indian Railway rules come in handy to clear minor doubts of passengers while traveling by train. If you also travel by train then this article can be useful for you.
Many times small children also have to be taken along during the train journey, so there is no need to worry if you are not able to book the child’s ticket. Indian Railways has made some rules for this. Try to clear your doubts by explaining these rules-
Is it in the rules of Indian Railways there has been a change ,
In fact, for the last few days, there were reports that it would be necessary to book train tickets for children below 5 years of age. Let us tell you that Indian Railways has not made any such change. You can travel in the train with the child as before with the old rule.
What is the rule of Indian Railways for children below 5 years?
There is no need to book a berth for children below 5 years of age if you travel by train. You can make the child travel for free. However, there is no restriction if you wish to book a separate ticket and berth for the child.
What is the use if you buy a ticket and a berth for a child?
However, if you do not want to avail the free travel facility for the child and want to pay for the same, you can book a separate berth for the child. If the passenger does not feel the need for a separate berth for the child, then they can allow the child to travel free of charge.
How much will it cost to book a ticket and berth for the child?
If you wish to book a berth for a child, the full adult fare will be charged. This rule has been clarified vide Indian Railways circular dated 06.03.2020.
