The Mumbai division of Central Railway (CR) has reported its highest-ever monthly fine collection from ticket-checking operations, setting a new benchmark in April 2026.
According to official figures, the division collected ₹16.13 crore in penalties during the month, surpassing the previous record of ₹14.50 crore achieved in May 2023.
Zero Tolerance Towards Ticketless Travel
— Central Railway (@Central_Railway) May 4, 2026
Mumbai Division detects 2.27 lakh cases and recovers ₹16.13 Cr in penalties during April 2026.
Passengers are requested to travel with valid tickets for a safe and comfortable journey.#CentralRailway #MumbaiDivision #IndianRailways… pic.twitter.com/h6eA9llYOU
This sharp rise reflects intensified enforcement efforts and a significant increase in the number of irregular travel cases detected.
In April 2026, ticket-checking teams identified approximately 2.27 lakh instances of ticketless or improper travel across Mail, Express, and suburban services, including AC local trains in Mumbai. This marks a 56% jump compared to 1.45 lakh cases recorded in April 2025.
Strengthening Ticket Checking Drives
— Central Railway (@Central_Railway) May 4, 2026
Central Railway’s Mumbai Division records a notable rise in ticket checking performance in April 2026 compared to April 2025.
▪️ 2.27 lakh cases detected as against 1.45 lakh in April 2025, an increase of 56%
▪️ ₹16.13 crore penalty… pic.twitter.com/EXvYWiFqru
The total penalty amount also saw a substantial surge, increasing by 166% from ₹6.07 crore last year to ₹16.13 crore this year. Officials attribute this growth to frequent and targeted ticket-checking drives, particularly in second-class compartments.
Second-class coaches accounted for the largest share of violations, with around 1.58 lakh cases detected—up 50% from 1.05 lakh in April 2025. Revenue from these violations rose significantly to ₹13.06 crore, compared to ₹5.03 crore in the same period last year.
Special enforcement campaigns in Mumbai’s AC local trains also contributed to the overall figures. Authorities recorded 12,698 cases of irregular travel in these services, reflecting a 22% increase year-on-year. Penalty collections from AC local trains reached ₹39.66 lakh, up from ₹34.39 lakh in April 2025.
Additional enforcement data revealed:
Railway officials emphasized that continuous and surprise ticket-checking drives are conducted across trains and stations to discourage ticketless travel. These measures are aimed not only at recovering fines but also at improving passenger discipline, safety, and overall travel experience.
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