Indian Railways carries over 3 crore passengers in a single day
On 4 November 2024, Indian Railways set a new record by carrying over 3 crore passengers in a single day during the festive rush.
Summary
On 4 November 2024, Indian Railways set a new record with over 3 crore passengers travelling in a single day. During the festive season from 1 October to 5 November 2024, it carried 65 lakh passengers on 4,521 special trains. For 1 October to 30 November 2024, it announced 7,724 special trains, 73% more than last year's 4,429.
Key facts
- Record
- Over 3 crore passengers on 4 Nov 2024
- 1 Oct–5 Nov 2024
- 65 lakh passengers on 4,521 special trains
- Special trains announced (1 Oct–30 Nov)
- 7,724, up 73% from 4,429 last year
Practice MCQs 3 questions
On 4 November 2024, Indian Railways set a record by carrying how many passengers in a single day?
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Correct answer: C — Over 3 crore
PIB (Railways): over 3 crore passengers travelled in Indian Railways in a single day on 4 November 2024.
How many special trains did Indian Railways announce for the festive period of 1 October to 30 November 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 7,724
PIB (Railways): 7,724 special trains were announced for 1 October–30 November 2024, a 73% increase over last year's 4,429.
Consider the following about Indian Railways' 2024 festive season: 1. From 1 October to 5 November 2024, 65 lakh passengers travelled on 4,521 special trains. 2. The special trains announced for 1 October–30 November 2024 were 37% more than last year. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
PIB (Railways): statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the 7,724 special trains were a 73% increase over last year's 4,429.