Often, people think that they can carry as much luggage as they want on the train; no one is going to stop them. But now be careful!

Travelling by Indian Railways is a part of most people’s lives. Travelling in a train with homely comfort and luggage has been a common thing. Often, people think that they can carry as much luggage as they want on the train; no one is going to stop them. But now be careful! If you carry more luggage than the prescribed limit, then you may have to pay a heavy fine.

Travelling by Indian Railways is a part of most people’s lives. Travelling in a train with home-like comfort and luggage has been a common thing. Often, people think that they can carry as much luggage as they want on the train; no one is going to stop them. But now be careful! If you carry more luggage than the prescribed limit, then you may have to pay a heavy fine.

Indian Railways is now being strict in this matter, and it has become necessary for passengers to follow the luggage rules. So let’s know how much luggage you can carry in the train.

How much luggage is free?

According to Indian Railways, the limit of free luggage has been fixed based on your class of travel.

* Sleeper class: You can carry up to 40 kg of luggage for free.

* AC class: The limit is given from 50 to 70 kg (according to the class).

* General class: Only up to 35 kg of luggage can be carried for free.

If you go beyond these limits, you will have to pay an extra fee, or you will have to book in advance.

A fine will be imposed for excess weight

If a passenger is caught carrying more luggage than the prescribed limit, then the TTE or luggage inspector can impose a fine on the spot. This fine depends on the extra weight of your luggage and the distance of travel. Sometimes this fine can be from 50 to 500 rupees, which can also increase.

How to avoid a fine?

Railways has advised passengers that if they have to carry more luggage, then book the luggage from the parcel office located at the railway station before the journey. This will not only avoid the fine, but the journey will also be comfortable. If you are thinking of travelling with the entire household's luggage on the train, then wait a bit first. Indian Railways is now keeping a close watch on this. Bringing more luggage than the prescribed limit will not only loosen your pocket, but the fun of the journey can also be spoiled.