Indian Railways has introduced a new facility for passengers traveling with RAC (Reservation Against Cancellation) tickets. Under this new scheme, RAC ticket holders in AC coaches will now be provided with a complete bedroll kit. Previously, RAC passengers were only provided partial amenities, but now the entire kit will be offered for a more comfortable journey.
What is an RAC Ticket?
An RAC ticket means the passenger’s seat is not fully confirmed, and they are required to share a seat with another passenger. In case of a cancellation, the RAC passenger may get a full seat. Otherwise, the passenger is allotted half a seat, which is shared during the journey.
Railway’s Recent Announcement
Indian Railways recently announced that RAC passengers in AC coaches will receive a complete bedroll kit, which includes all the necessary items for comfort. Earlier, only half the kit was provided, but now passengers will get the full set.
What Does the Bedroll Kit Include?
Item | Previous Allocation | New Allocation |
---|---|---|
Bedsheets | 1 | 2 |
Blankets | 1 | 2 |
Pillows | 1 | 2 |
Towels | 1 | 2 |
This improvement will make the journey more comfortable for RAC passengers traveling in AC coaches.
Previous Rules
Earlier, RAC passengers were only given a single set of amenities, including:
- One bedsheet
- One blanket
- One pillow
- One towel
Recognizing the need to enhance comfort for RAC passengers, Indian Railways has now expanded the offering.