Archive · 20 Aug 2025
Indian Railways to Introduce Airport-Style Baggage Screening
Indian Railways is making travel more like airports.
They'll scan your bags and have rules about how much you can bring on the train.
The amount you can bring for free depends on your ticket class.
If your bags are too heavy, you'll have to pay extra or send them separately.
They are also making stations nicer with new shops and better services, aiming to make it easier and safer for everyone, similar to airports.
Indian Railways will implement airport-style baggage checks at major stations.
Passengers' bags will be scanned at entry and exit gates.
Weight limits and penalties will be enforced for excess luggage.
Free baggage allowance varies from 30 kg to 70 kg depending on travel class.
The initiative aims to reduce overcrowding and improve security.
- Who
- Indian Railways passengers.
- What
- Indian Railways will implement airport-style baggage checks with weight limits and penalties for excess luggage.
- When
- The rules are being implemented, with initial enforcement at major stations.
- Where
- At major stations under North Central Railway and Northern Railway.
- Why
- To reduce overcrowding in coaches and improve security.
Passengers
Indian Railways
Costs and Convenience
Passengers
Face increased costs and restrictions.
Indian Railways
Experience potentially less crowded journeys and improved security.
- AC First Class Max Limit
- 70 kg
- Second AC Class Max Limit
- 50 kg
- Third AC & Sleeper Class Max Limit
- 40 kg
- General Class Max Limit
- 30 kg
- Additional Allowance
- 10 kg
Sources
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