Congress Accuses Railways of Prioritizing Revenue Over Affordability Under Modi Government
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Rahul Gandhi alleges railways policies under Modi government only benefit the rich, not the poor and middle class who depend on it
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Congress claims railways ticket prices have more than doubled under Modi government compared to UPA era
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Jairam Ramesh accuses railways of using tactics like fake superfast surcharges, withdrawing senior citizen concessions, dynamic pricing hikes, and extending "special" tag on trains to overcharge passengers
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Ramesh says migrant workers, students, and pilgrims are especially hurt by unaffordable dynamic pricing during festivals and holidays
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Congress sees railways as backbone of India's society and economy, not just a means for the government to collect revenues (vasooli) from public