In an important update for train travellers across the country, Indian Railways has announced new rules for Tatkal ticket booking, effective from July. These include mandatory Aadhaar authentication for users and a change in Tatkal ticket booking timings for authorised ticketing agents.

According to a statement by the Ministry of Railways, the decision aims to ensure fair and transparent access to the benefits of Tatkal Scheme and to safeguard the interests of genuine passengers and end users.

The key modifications in the ticketing system focus on ensuring effective user authentication and reducing misuse of the scheme.