India's Rail Waitlist Crisis: Over 3 Crore People Missed Travel In 2025-26
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Summary
RTI replies from the Railways reveal that 3.39 crore passengers could not travel in FY 2025-26 after their waitlisted tickets remained unconfirmed and were automatically cancelled
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source NDTV - India
Published Sunday, 10 May 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right