Two ‘strangers’ share one blanket during train journey, Indian Railways fined Rs 25,000

6 min readNew DelhiJul 30, 2026 07:00 AM IST The man alleged that he shared a berth with another passenger, and they were provided with only one blanket, one pillow for the whole journey by the attendant. (AI-generated image) A Delhi Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has held Railways liable for deficiency in service for providing one blanket to two unrelated travellers, and directed it to pay Rs 25,000 as compensation and litigation costs to an RAC passenger, who had filed a complaint alleging mental harassment and physical inconvenience. President Monika Aggarwal Srivastava and Members Rajender Dhar and Ritu Garodia observed that the government circular in 2009 clearly demonstrates that a blanket and bedsheet may be given to RAC passengers as the bedroll charges are included in the