Jammu railway division sets new punctuality record
Records an exceptional punctuality rate of 94.12 per cent on July 31
Jammu & Kashmir
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Editorials
Train delays: Railways must give top priority to punctuality
India's railway modernization faces challenges. Despite record investment and expansion, train punctuality has significantly declined. Current measurement methods mask delays and breed complacency. Operational discipline, real-time monitoring, and accountability are crucial for improvement.
India
15-minute leeway, still one in 3 trains misses punctuality target set by Indian Railways
Indian Railways' punctuality is poor. One in three trains fails to meet the 15-minute delay threshold. This threshold is lenient compared to other countries. The government is urged to revise the punctuality assessment method.
India
Parl panel flags train punctuality drop from 90 pc in 2021-22 to 73.62 pc in 2023-24
Train punctuality in India declined, with a misleading measurement system. A parliamentary committee criticized the Indian Railways for inadequate punctuality assessment methods, recommending improvements like stricter standards and integrated monitoring. The committee also noted slow progress on speed initiatives and urged action to improve both passenger and freight train performance.
