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Private Trains Will Have Their Own Fares; Government Won’t Interfere

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Private Trains Will Have Their Own Fares; Government Won’t Interfere

The government will allow private companies to set passenger fares once they start operating train services in the country, a move aimed at luring investors, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led administration opens up the railway network.
“Private players have been given the freedom to fix fares in their own way,” VK Yadav, chairman of Railway Board, said. But, “air-conditioned buses and planes also operate on those routes, and they have to keep that in mind before setting fares.”

Railway fares are politically sensitive in India, where trains carry as many passengers as Australia’s population every single day, and a chunk of the nation’s poor depend on the sprawling network for their transportation.

While the network has been beset by decades of negligence and inefficient bureaucracy, PM Modi’s administration has invited private companies to participate in everything from modernising stations to operating trains.

Moreover, the decision to partly open up the railway sector comes as PM Modi finds himself with limited fiscal room to support Asia’s third-largest economy, which is struggling with its first contraction in over four decades.

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Alstom SA, Bombardier Inc, GMR Infrastructure Ltd and Adani Enterprises Ltd are among companies that have expressed interest in these projects, Mr Yadav said. These projects can bring in investments of more than $7.5 billion in the next five years, according to estimates from Ministry of Railways.

The government asked companies to submit their interest to run passenger trains over 109 origin-destination routes via 151 trains in July, and has sought investor interest to modernise railway stations including in New Delhi and Mumbai. The current railway network is both congested and aging, dating back to British colonial rule in 1853.

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.

The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.

Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.

With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.

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The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.

Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:

DateTemperatureSky
October 23, 202432.93 °CSky is clear
October 24, 202432.69 °CSky is clear
October 25, 202432.5 °CSky is clear
October 26, 202432.07 °CSky is clear
October 27, 202430.69 °CSky is clear
October 28, 202431.29 °CSky is clear
October 29, 202432.09 °CSky is clear

Weather in other cities on October 22, 2024

CityTemperatureSky
Mumbai28.35 °CLight rain
Kolkata28.84 °CSky is clear
Chennai28.94 °CLight rain
Bengaluru25.53 °CModerate rain
Hyderabad27.75 °CModerate rain
Ahmedabad31.9 °CSky is clear
Delhi32.93 °CSky is clear

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