NationalThursday, 6 August 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
Railway Board makes bedrolls mandatory for RAC passengers in AC coaches
The Railway Board has ordered that RAC passengers in AC coaches must receive the full bedroll kit without extra charge.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In August 2026, the Railway Board issued a strict order to all zones that RAC passengers in AC coaches must be given the full bedroll kit, including two sheets, one blanket, one pillow and one face towel, at no extra charge.
Key specifics
- The order applies to AC 2-tier and AC 3-tier coaches, but not to AC chair car.
- RAC passengers must receive the same bedroll package as confirmed-ticket passengers.
- The package includes 2 bed sheets, 1 blanket, 1 pillow and 1 face towel.
- The cost is already included in the AC fare, so passengers need not pay separately.
- The board acted after repeated complaints that contract staff were not issuing bedrolls to RAC passengers.
Exam lens
Question type: Railway administration and passenger welfare. TNPSC may ask which classes are covered, what items are included in the bedroll kit, and whether AC chair car is included.