Railway Board orders cleanliness monitoring in 11 long-distance express trains

Direct fact

In October 2026, the Railway Board ordered divisional railway managers to monitor cleanliness in 11 long-distance express trains, including the Dibrugarh–Kanyakumari train, after passenger complaints.

Key specifics

• The order covers 11 long-distance express trains.
• The Dibrugarh–Kanyakumari train is specifically named in the directive.
• Divisional railway managers were told to monitor and take action.
• Clean toilets and immediate garbage removal were among the instructions.
• Water availability was also to be ensured throughout the journey.

Exam lens

TNPSC current affairs: railway administration, passenger amenities, Dibrugarh–Kanyakumari train, cleanliness monitoring, one-line question on public service delivery in Indian Railways.