railway cleanliness
Indian Railways Takes Action After Viral Video Shows Attendant Throwing Garbage From Moving Train
Nov 09, 2025 04:24 pm CST
A viral video capturing an Indian Railways attendant throwing garbage from the Sealdah-Ajmer Express has prompted swift disciplinary action. The November 2025 incident, documented by passenger Abhishek Singh, resulted in the employee's removal from service and penalties for the contractor responsible. The controversy has sparked wider discussions about waste management practices and environmental responsibility within India's railway system.
Indian Railways Records Over 61 Lakh Passenger Complaints in Two Years: Security and Cleanliness Top Concerns
Sep 27, 2025 04:02 pm CST
The Indian Railways has received more than 61 lakh passenger complaints during fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25, with security concerns increasing by 64%. While train service complaints rose by 18%, station-related grievances fell by 21%. Security, cleanliness, and electrical failures dominate passenger concerns despite modernization efforts across India's vast railway network.