The government has decided to conduct mobile court drives to identify passengers travelling without tickets, prevent ticket black marketing, and stop roof-top travel on trains during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr.
The decision was taken at a meeting held at Rail Bhaban in the capital on Monday to ensure safe, smooth, and comfortable train journeys during Eid. The meeting was chaired by Railway Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam.
It was also decided that standing tickets equivalent to 25% of the total number of seats on each train will be sold to manage additional passenger pressure during Eid-ul-Fitr.
However, authorities have been instructed to ensure that passengers holding non-seat tickets are not allowed to travel in AC coaches or first-class compartments.
Officials said necessary steps will be taken to ensure a safe and hassle-free Eid journey for passengers.
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