The Garib Rath Express started in 2005 will be shut down from September 29, 2018. The budget-friendly train is set to be replaced by a premium upgrade, Humsafar Express, making the ride from Chennai to Delhi costlier.
The Indian Railways board issued an order that says, “Northern and Southern railways will. suspend booking of Garib Rath Express trains with effect from September 28 and shall define Humsafar Express train on the notified Humsafar fare structure,” reported Newsd.
The Humsafar Express will charge a hefty amount compared to the Garib Rath. The launch of this premium express service will increase fares by ₹1000 to ₹2000 per head for AC three-tier travel.
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In addition, the Humsafar Express will have a pliable fare system, i.e., the first 50 per cent of bookings will be available on a reasonable price. After that, every 10 per cent booking will become expensive by 10 percent.
Travelling from Chennai to Delhi will become costlier, as the Humsafar Express will charge₹2050 for the regular AC three-tier trains. Garib Rath Express charged ₹1380 for AC3 on the same route.
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