Online initiative aims for maximum seat utilization, hassle-free travel

Bhopal: Indian Railways has introduced a significant convenience feature called ‘VIKALP’ (Alternate Train Accommodation Scheme) to streamline travel for passengers holding waiting list (WL) tickets booked online via IRCTC.

‘VIKALP’ is an optional, free-of-cost service that automatically transfers waitlisted passengers to available seats in a different train heading in the same direction, or on a later date of the same train, if their original ticket remains unconfirmed. This optimizes seat usage across the rail network.

Key features:

It is available exclusively for online (IRCTC) bookings.

Passengers can select their preferred alternative trains or travel dates.

The transfer is automatic and seats are allotted f

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