19 April 2026 : On 18th April, Howrah Division, Eastern Railway conducted extensive fortress ticket checking drives across key stations and sections under the guidance of Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Howrah. The initiative was undertaken to strengthen ticketing discipline, curb irregular travel and promote cleanliness across railway premises.
At Howrah station, a major enforcement drive was carried out with the deployment of 10 Commercial Inspectors, 43 Ticket Checking staff and 4 RPF personnel. The close monitoring and supervision of the Senior Divisional Commercial Manager and Divisional Commercial Manager ensured effective implementation of the drive at this important terminal, resulting in thorough checking and enhanced compliance with railway rules.
Simultaneously, similar drives were conducted at other important locations across the Division. At Bally station and in the Bally–Chandannagar section, the drive was carried out under the supervision of Divisional Commercial Manager (Ticket Checking), Howrah with a team comprising 7 Commercial Inspectors, 13 Ticket Checking staff and 10 RPF personnel. At Sheoraphuli station and in the Sheoraphuli–Bandel section, the operation was led by Assistant Commercial Manager, Howrah Coaching with the support of 5 Commercial Inspectors, 8 Ticket Checking staff and 6 RPF personnel. Additionally, at Chandannagar station and in the Chandannagar–Bally section, the drive was conducted under Assistant Commercial Manager (1), Howrah with a team of 5 Commercial Inspectors, 14 Ticket Checking staff and 5 RPF personnel.
These coordinated enforcement efforts across stations and onboard trains resulted in the detection of a total of 1,687 cases of ticket irregularities, including 1,156 cases of ticketless travel, 457 cases of unbooked luggage and 74 cases of littering.
During the drive, awareness regarding the RailOne app was also promoted among passengers. Officers and staff encouraged travellers to download and use the app for availing various railway services such as ticket booking, train information, and food ordering, thereby enhancing convenience and supporting the digital initiatives of Indian Railways.
The initiative underscores Howrah Division’s commitment to ensuring transparency in ticketing, promoting responsible passenger behaviour and maintaining a clean and disciplined railway environment. Passengers are advised to travel with valid tickets, properly book their luggage and cooperate in maintaining cleanliness across railway premises.
Howrah Division continues to strive towards providing safe, efficient and passenger-friendly railway services through sustained enforcement and awareness initiatives.
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