The Union Cabinet has approved a worth for nearly , providing a festive season boost before Durga Puja, Dussehra, and Diwali.

According to the , the annual bonus is equivalent to 78 days’ wages, with a maximum payout of . The beneficiaries include track maintainers, loco pilots, train managers (guards), station masters, supervisors, technicians, helpers, pointsmen, ministerial staff, and other Group C employees.

Recognition of Railway Staff Contribution

The PLB has become a for non-gazetted railway staff, acknowledging their role in improving efficiency and service delivery. Officials said this year’s package reflects the , during which it moved and carried .

Lower Than Last Year’s Package

In October 2024, the Cabinet had approved a similar 78-day bonus of for . This y

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