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Central Railway suspends platform ticket sales at 13 stations including Mumbai till December 7 – Full list

The move is aimed at ensuring smooth passenger movement and safe boarding and deboarding at busy stations on account of Mahaparinirvan Diwas.

The restriction on platform ticket sales will remain in effect from December 5 to December 7, 2025.The restriction on platform ticket sales will remain in effect from December 5 to December 7, 2025. (File Photo/Ministry of Railways)

Platform ticket sales suspended, Platform ticket sales suspension: To manage the heavy passenger rush, Central Railway (CR) zone has temporarily suspended the sale of platform tickets at 13 major railway stations including Mumbai. The move is aimed at ensuring smooth passenger movement and safe boarding and deboarding at busy stations on account of Mahaparinirvan Diwas.

Suspension of platform ticket sales

The restriction on platform ticket sales will remain in effect from December 5 to December 7, 2025. However, the platform tickets will, however, be issued to senior citizens, ailing passengers, children and lady passengers who require assistance, as per Railway Board guidelines.

Platform ticket sales stopped at these 13 railway stations: Full list

  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (from December 5 to 7)
  • Dadar station (from December 5 to 7)
  • Bhusaval (from December 5-6)
  • Nashik Road (from December 5-6)
  • Manmad (from December 5-6)
  • Jalgaon (from December 5-6)
  • Akola (from December 5-6)
  • Shegaon (from December 5-6)
  • Pachora (from December 5-6)
  • Badnera (from December 5-6)
  • Malkapur (from December 5-6)
  • Chalisgaon (from December 5-6)
  • Nagpur (from December 5-6)

In a statement, Dr. Swapnil Nila, Chief Public Relations Officer, Central Railway said: “Central Railway has imposed temporary restriction on sale of platform tickets at 13 major stations in anticipation of heavy rush of followers travelling on account of Mahaparinirvan Diwas.

Persons accompanying Aged persons, Senior Citizens, Ailing persons, Children, Illiterate persons & lady passengers unable to fend for themselves are exempted from these restrictions to ensure ease of travel.” He also requested the passengers to plan accordingly and adhere to the new regulations for a smooth and safe travel experience.

Development of passenger holding areas at railway stations

After the successful implementation of a permanent passenger holding area at New Delhi railway station (NDLS), Ministry of Railways aims to construct permanent passenger holding areas at 75 more stations. The national transporter has targeted to complete the construction of permanent holding areas before 2026 festival season.

Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More

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