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Crime
Nearly 14,000 Passengers Caught Riding Without Tickets in South Central Railway Checks
✍️ Telangana Today
🗓 29 Aug 2026, 08:51 AM
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South Central Railway’s recent ticket verification drives in Telangana uncovered close to 14,000 passengers travelling without a valid ticket.
South Central Railway (SCR) officials carried out systematic ticket verification checks across their network in Telangana, identifying almost 14,000 passengers who were travelling without a valid ticket. The inspections were part of an ongoing effort to curb fare evasion and ensure revenue protection for the railway.
Railway personnel stopped trains at various stations and on board, verifying passenger tickets against reservation records. Those found without a proper ticket were issued notices and were subject to the applicable penalties under railway regulations.
The large number of violations highlighted the need for continued vigilance and public awareness about the legal requirement to hold a valid ticket for any rail journey. SCR officials indicated that similar checks will be intensified in the coming weeks to deter repeat offenses.
The operation underscores the railway’s commitment to maintaining discipline on its services while safeguarding the financial health of the transport system.
Railway personnel stopped trains at various stations and on board, verifying passenger tickets against reservation records. Those found without a proper ticket were issued notices and were subject to the applicable penalties under railway regulations.
The large number of violations highlighted the need for continued vigilance and public awareness about the legal requirement to hold a valid ticket for any rail journey. SCR officials indicated that similar checks will be intensified in the coming weeks to deter repeat offenses.
The operation underscores the railway’s commitment to maintaining discipline on its services while safeguarding the financial health of the transport system.