In a massive operation to check ticket-less train travel, the Southern Railway conducted intensive checking and collected a record fine of ₹35.47 crore from April to October 12.
A total of 7.12 lakh cases were booked against commuters for violations, including ticket-less travel, irregular tickets, unbooked luggage and not wearing of face masks.
A press release said the Chennai division’s contribution, which was ₹12.78 crore, was the highest among the Southern Railway’s six divisions.
The Southern Railway netted ₹37 lakh in fines on Tuesday alone.
