Indian Railways: Catering to Millions Every Day
One of the key focuses of Indian Railways is to ensure comfort and convenience for senior citizens. Understanding their specific needs, the Railways offers special benefits to make their journeys smoother and more enjoyable. These benefits include reserved seats, concessions on ticket prices, and priority services at stations.
By continuously improving its services and infrastructure, Indian Railways aims to provide a safe, comfortable, and reliable mode of transport for everyone, ensuring that passengers of all ages can travel with ease.
## Senior citizens lower berth
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has communicated this facility clearly, highlighting the ease with which lower berths can be allotted to senior citizens. Despite these efforts, there are occasional lapses in the system. For instance, a passenger recently tweeted about booking a train ticket for his uncle, who needed a lower berth due to leg problems. Despite indicating this preference, the Railways assigned him an upper berth, causing inconvenience.
### Railway told how to book lower berth for Senior citizens
Booking a lower berth for senior citizens on Indian Railways is a thoughtful provision aimed at making train journeys more comfortable for elderly passengers. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to book a lower berth for senior citizens:
### Online Booking via IRCTC Website:
1. **Login to IRCTC Account:**
- Visit the [IRCTC website](https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search) and log in using your credentials.
2. **Enter Travel Details:**
- Fill in the details like journey date, source station, and destination station.
- Click on the "Find Trains" button.
3. **Select Train and Class:**
- Choose the train and the class of travel (e.g., Sleeper Class, AC 3 Tier, etc.).
4. **Passenger Details:**
- Enter the passenger details.
- Make sure to select the “Senior Citizen” checkbox.
- Provide the correct age and gender of the senior citizen.
5. **Lower Berth Preference:**
- There is an option to specify berth preference. Select "Lower Berth" for the senior citizen passenger.
- Senior citizens, especially women aged 45 and above and men aged 60 and above, are given priority for lower berths.
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**Complete Booking:**- Proceed to payment and complete the booking.
### Booking via Mobile App:
1. **Open the IRCTC App:**
- Open the IRCTC Rail Connect app on your smartphone and log in.
2. **Enter Journey Details:**
- Enter the journey details like date, source, and destination.
3. **Select Train and Class:**
- Choose the desired train and class.
4. **Fill in Passenger Information:**
- Enter the senior citizen’s details and select the "Senior Citizen" option.
- Specify the lower berth preference.
5. **Complete the Payment:**
- Proceed to payment and confirm the booking.
### Counter Booking:
1. **Visit Reservation Counter:**
- Go to the nearest railway reservation counter.
2. **Fill Reservation Form:**
- Fill out the reservation form, clearly marking the “Senior Citizen” option.
- Specify the lower berth preference.
3. **Submit Form:**
- Submit the form along with proof of age.
4. **Collect Ticket:**
- Pay the fare and collect the ticket.
### Important Tips:
- **Advance Booking:** Booking in advance increases the chances of securing a lower berth.
- **Priority Allocation:** Indian Railways automatically prioritises lower berths for senior citizens.
- **Proof of Age:** Carry a valid ID proof showing the age of the senior citizen during travel.
By following these steps, senior citizens can ensure a more comfortable journey by securing a lower berth. Happy travelling!
#### Lower berths are available on first come, first served basis.
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