Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Reddit Debate on WiFi in Indian Trains
A Reddit user asked why Indian trains don't have WiFi, which started a big discussion.
Some people think it's a good idea for working during travel, while others say it's too expensive or not a priority.
They mentioned that WiFi was tried before but didn't work well.
Some also said that trains should focus on running on time instead.
Indian Railways has WiFi at over 6,100 stations, but not on the trains themselves.
People also shared different opinions on who should be responsible for providing WiFi.
A Reddit post sparked a debate about the lack of WiFi on Indian trains.
Some users argued for WiFi to facilitate working during travel.
Others pointed out past failures and high costs of providing WiFi on trains.
Many users felt that punctuality and other priorities should come first.
Indian Railways offers free WiFi at over 6,100 stations but not on trains.
- Who
- Reddit users and Indian Railways
- What
- Debate on providing WiFi in Indian trains
- When
- January 8, 2026
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To facilitate working during train journeys
- Date
- January 08, 2026
- Location
- Delhi, India
- Reddit Post Upvotes
- Over 800
- Free Wi-Fi Stations
- Over 6,100
- Train Wi-Fi Attempt
- 2013 (Howrah Rajdhani)