WorldPhoto: Hindustan TimesNorthern Railway Sets Permanent Holding Area, Bans Platform Tickets for Diwali Rush
Northern Railway has introduced a permanent passenger holding area outside platform 16 at New Delhi railway station to manage the Diwali, Bhai Dooj, and Chhath festival rush. The railway has also stopped selling platform tickets in Delhi to prevent overcrowding and ensure safety. These measures aim to regulate passenger flow and avoid incidents like stampedes during the festive season.
Hindustan Times··New Delhi



