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Lessons from Kanpur train crash: Here’s how the railways can reinvent itself
The recent rail disaster in Kanpur is another grim reminder that the Indian Railways is in dire need of a serious overhaul. Read: To battle fund crunch, Indian Railways may link fares to inflation Deaths on the tracks due to negligence are unacceptable. At the same time, LHB design coaches should also be upgraded to have jerk free couplers, automatic sliding doors, vacuum bio-toilets with higher utilisation and shorter terminal examination. Induction of new technology, upgrading existing coaches, safe and punctual running of trains, and better maintenance of tracks will result in a much better customer experience, leading to higher earnings.











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Indian Railways may soon rationalize passenger fares, hints railway board chief













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